His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik sent a cable of condolences to his brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on the passing of the Emir’s father, His late Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to His Highness the Emir and the people of Qatar over this great loss. He prayed to Allah Almighty to bless the deceased with His vast mercy, grant him eternal paradise and bestow patience and solace upon his family and the people of Qatar.