Gulf States in July 2026: the most important developments in society
In July 2026 Qatar buried its former Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, in Doha on July 12 after his death. The UAE declared a four-day mourning period, and Al-Azhar and Pope Tawadros offered condolences. Sheikh Hamad is widely credited as the architect of modern Qatar. Qatar received condolences for a second day on July 14, with prayers and messages arriving from Jakarta to Gaza. Separately, UAE doctors warned that high blood pressure can damage the kidneys and urged early screening.
by WorldBrief & Maksim Micheliov | AI-generated summary
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