Sheik Tamim, a member of the International Olympic Committee, also helped Qatar defeat rivals including the U.S. to win the rights to host the 2022 football World Cup.

Qatar’s ruler handed over the reins of the tiny but influential Persian Gulf nation to his son Tuesday – a development seen as remarkable for several reasons.

Flashed on big screens and projected onto landmarks worldwide, the 2022 Qatar World Cup logo was revealed Tuesday with a design that reflects both the tournament's compact infrastructure and winter ...

Qatar’s ruler handed over the reins of the tiny but influential Persian Gulf nation to his son Tuesday – a development seen as remarkable for several reasons.