The Head of the State with the deepest regret has taken the news of the death of Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani.
- In this trying hour, sharing the pain of irreparable loss, I am calling you and your family for fortitude and patience, the condolence message says.
The telegram points out that Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, who devoted his life to the establishment of the State of Qatar and protection of the interests of Islam in the international arena, will be best remembered as a person of historic dimensions and a high-profile politician.