Messages of condolence have continued to pour in from ambassadors and diplomatic missions in Doha following the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani.Envoys from across the world paid tribute to his visionary leadership, enduring contributions to Qatar's transformation, and his role in strengthening bilateral ties and promoting regional and international peace, while extending their deepest sympathies to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Royal Family, and the people of Qatar.TurkiyeThe ambassador of Türkiye to Qatar, Dr Mustafa Göksu, has conveyed his condolences, as well as those of the Turkish leadership and people, to Qatar, saying: “With hearts that submit to the will and decree of Almighty God, we received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of the HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, may Allah bestow His infinite mercy upon him, who passed away in Doha this morning, leaving behind an enduring legacy of achievement and nation-building, and a distinguished record among the world's great statesmen.”He noted that: "As we mourn today one of the greatest leaders of Qatar, the Islamic world, and the wider region, we remember a towering figure in contemporary history. HH the late Father Amir was a statesman of exceptional stature who led his country through a defining period of its history, laying the foundations of a modern and confident nation. Under his visionary leadership, Qatar emerged as a respected global actor, a distinguished presence on the international stage, and a steadfast voice on the issues of greatest importance to the Arab and Islamic worlds."Dr Göksu stressed: “His Highness was not merely a ruler; he was the architect of a national renaissance, a patron of knowledge and progress, and a decisive leader endowed with remarkable foresight. His vision anticipated the future, while his wisdom enabled him to understand the world's changing dynamics long before they unfolded.“Throughout his life, HH the late Father Amir remained a steadfast champion of Islamic causes, advocating with conviction for justice and righteousness. In Palestine, his voice stood firmly in support of the Palestinian people and as a pillar of solidarity with Gaza. His unwavering commitment to Jerusalem reflected his enduring principles, and wherever injustice prevailed, he stood as a leader of courage and integrity, never wavering in his support for what was right. He embodied the belief that the dignity of nations is safeguarded by the steadfastness of their principles rather than the size of their territories."He said: "His greatness was equally reflected in his humanity, humility, and closeness to his people, who held him in genuine affection and deep respect. To the people of Qatar, he was a father before he was their Amir, sharing in both their joys and their sorrows. His generosity and humanitarian initiatives extended far beyond Qatar's borders. He carried the concerns of his nation and the wider Islamic world with sincerity and worked tirelessly to promote peace, resolve conflicts, and advance stability and prosperity.“As I stand before this profound loss in my capacity as Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to the sisterly State of Qatar, I recall with the deepest appreciation the historic friendship that united HH the late Father Amir with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. During the period when President Erdoğan served as Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkiye, the two leaders worked with determination and a shared strategic vision to elevate Turkish-Qatari relations to an exceptional level.”Czech RepublicThe ambassador of the Czech Republic to Qatar, Petr Chalupecký, has expressed his profound sadness and condolences following the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani.In a statement of tribute, Chalupecký described HH the late Father Amir as a great personality distinguished by exceptional insight, kindness, and wisdom, whose leadership had a profound impact on the unprecedented development witnessed by the State of Qatar.The envoy highlighted HH Sheikh Hamad’s role in advancing Qatar’s progress while promoting good-neighbourly relations, friendship, and stability across the region and beyond.“HH the Father Amir will be missed,” Chalupecký said, expressing his heartfelt condolences and praying for the eternal peace of his soul.The Czech ambassador conveyed his sympathy to the leadership, the Ruling Family, and the people of Qatar during this period of mourning.UkraineUkraine has conveyed its condolences to Qatar, honouring HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani as “a statesman of historic stature”.“On behalf of the embassy of Ukraine in the State of Qatar and on my own behalf, I extend my deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Al-Thani family, and the people of Qatar on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani,” ambassador Andrii Kuzmenko said yesterday.Kuzmenko said: “HH the late Father Amir was a statesman of historic stature whose visionary leadership shaped modern Qatar and strengthened its standing on the regional and international stage.“Ukraine will always remember with gratitude his personal contribution to laying the foundations of Ukrainian-Qatari relations, built on friendship, mutual respect and sincere partnership.”The envoy added: “In recognition of this contribution, he was awarded the Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, First Class, one of Ukraine’s highest state honours. His legacy will endure in Qatar’s achievements and continue to inspire generations to come.”PolandThe embassy of Poland in Doha would like to convey its most heartfelt condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, members of the Ruling Family, as well as the Nation of Qatar on the passing of HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, the Father Amir. - Ambassador Tomasz Sadziński.AzerbaijanAmbassador of Azerbaijan to Qatar Dr Adish Mammadov has extended his deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the members of the Ruling Family, and the people of Qatar following the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani.In a statement of tribute, Dr Mammadov described HH the late Father Amir as one of the greatest figures in Qatar’s modern history, whose legacy would remain engraved in golden letters in the nation’s history.The envoy highlighted that during HH Sheikh Hamad’s tenure as Head of State, Qatar witnessed major reforms and transformative initiatives that laid the foundations for the country’s development and contributed to its emergence as an influential and indispensable country in the region.He emphasised that HH the late Father Amir devoted his life and efforts to Qatar's progress and prosperity and to improving the well-being of the Qatari people, leaving behind a lasting legacy of national development and advancement.Dr Mammadov also praised the deep-rooted friendship and brotherly relations between Azerbaijan and Qatar, noting that the foundations of these ties were established through the efforts of Azerbaijan’s National Leader Heydar Aliyev and HH Sheikh Hamad. “Today, the people of Qatar have suffered a great loss as they bid farewell to one of the greatest sons of the nation, whose heart always beat for Qatar,” Dr Mammadov said.CroatiaDrago Lovrić, ambassador of Croatia to Qatar said: “On behalf of the government of Croatia, I extend my deepest condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani. HH Sheikh Hamad will be remembered for his leadership and his significant contribution to the development and progress of Qatar. Our thoughts and prayers are with His Highness’ family, the government, and the people of Qatar during this period of mourning.”
