{
  "id": 17679079,
  "title": "HH the Amir graces Al Jazeera's 30th anniversary",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/hh-the-amir-graces-al-jazeeras-30th-anniversary",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T21:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/737287/qatar/hh-the-amir-graces-al-jazeeras-30th-anniversary"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani attended Al Jazeera Media Network's 30th anniversary celebration, held at the network's headquarters. The event was themed \"And the Story Continues.\" Prior to the gathering, His Highness reviewed a visual presentation and interactive display showcasing the network's key milestones and media experience over the past three decades. He also watched a documentary featuring speeches by his late father, the former Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, which highlighted the network's role and the vision behind its establishment.\n\nKeynote speakers included Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer al-Thani, Chairman of Al Jazeera Media Network's Board of Directors; Sheikh Nasser bin Faisal al-Thani, Director General of the Network; and a video presentation and two presentations outlining the network's achievements and future plans. Following the celebration, His Highness visited the new studios and newsroom, where he received an overview of the latest broadcasting and television news production technologies.\n\nAl Jazeera Media Network, which launched in 1996, now reaches over 430 million homes in more than 150 countries. Its staff of 3,000+ members, hailing from over 95 nationalities, work from more than 70 bureaus. The network has endured challenges, including bombings of its Kabul bureau and the tragic loss of correspondent Tareq Ayyoub. Despite pressure and threats, Al Jazeera persevered, airing exclusive coverage of significant events, such as Operation Desert Fox and the 2011 Arab Spring. In 2013, Al Jazeera America began broadcasting, followed by AJ+ in 2014. The network's reach continues to expand, with the launch of Al Jazeera Now and 30 new programs in 2025. Online, Al Jazeera's platforms boast 52 million followers and generate 205 billion views annually.",
  "summary": "His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani attended the celebration marking the 30th anniversary of the launch of Al Jazeera Media Network held at the network's headquarters last eveni...",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "Amir attends celebration marking 30th anniversary of Al Jazeera Media Network’s launch",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/amir-attends-celebration-marking-30th-anniversary-of-al-jazeera-media",
        "published": "2026-11-01T18:58:57.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Al Jazeera celebrates 30th anniversary",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/al-jazeera-celebrates-30th-anniversary",
        "published": "2026-11-01T20:21:05.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}