Doha: The outpouring of condolences over the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani dominated the editorials of Qatar's newspapers published on Tuesday, as world leaders, senior officials, and official delegations from across the region and the world arrived in Doha Monday to pay tribute to a statesman whose vision and leadership left an enduring mark far beyond Qatar's borders.
According to Qatar News Agency, the newspapers highlighted HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani's reception of leaders and senior officials from brotherly and friendly countries, as well as the condolence phone calls His Highness received from regional and international leaders, who conveyed their heartfelt condolences and prayers for the late HH the Father Amir.
Al-Sharq said Doha became a destination on Monday for kings, presidents, emirs, prime ministers, ministers, and senior officials from across the region and around the world, who arrived to offer condolences to HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani.
In its editorial titled "Qatar's Great Loss... An Enduring Legacy and Lasting Achievements," the newspaper said the presence of world leaders and heads of government reflected the profound legacy of the late Father Amir, whose influence extended far beyond Qatar and the Gulf and Arab regions to the wider world.
It noted that his imprint could be seen in Qatar's transformation into a prominent nation and an influential regional and international player, as well as in his efforts to strengthen Gulf unity, advance the Gulf Cooperation Council, support joint Arab and Islamic action, champion the causes of the Arab and Islamic worlds, promote dialogue and understanding among peoples, and reinforce international cooperation and international peace and security.
The newspaper added that the late Father Amir earned the admiration of leaders and peoples around the world through his remarkable legacy, steadfast support for justice, unwavering commitment to peace, and pioneering humanitarian initiatives that helped ease the suffering of millions across the globe.
Al-Sharq concluded that the late HH the Father Amir's enduring service to the causes of the Arab and Islamic nations, his dedicated efforts to advance peace, unwavering support for vulnerable peoples, and his far-sighted vision and historic achievements will remain a source of pride for Qatar and will be etched in the memory of the nation and its people for generations to come.