The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, led the congregation in performing the funeral prayer for the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, which was held at the Imam Muhammad ibn Abdul Wahhab Mosque in the capital Doha, before his body was taken to its final resting place, amid a large official and public presence.

The funeral ceremony saw the participation of a number of senior officials and members of the ruling family, along with crowds of citizens and residents who were keen to bid farewell to the deceased and pray for mercy and forgiveness for him.

The Qatari Emiri Diwan had announced earlier on Sunday the death of the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at the age of 74, after a prominent political career during which he contributed to pivotal milestones in the history of the State of Qatar.