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Corruption, Bribery & Financial Scandals
FIFA World Cup 2022 Scandals & Worker Deaths
Other Controversies

'Thief of Doha': Meet Qatari Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim

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This investigation examines allegations related to corruption, bribery & financial scandals. The available public evidence shows HBJ labeled the 'Thief of Doha' in the report, US Department of Justice accusations of FIFA World Cup bribery detailed, and Reported antisemitic comments attributed to HBJ catalogued. Qatar or relevant parties have not issued a documented public response at the time of writing. The primary sources are reporting by Firstpost.

Originally published by Firstpost. This is a summary of third-party reporting — all claims are attributed to the named source and are not independently verified assertions by Qatar Exposed. View original →
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TL;DRExecutive summary
  • HBJ labeled the 'Thief of Doha' in the report
  • US Department of Justice accusations of FIFA World Cup bribery detailed
  • Reported antisemitic comments attributed to HBJ catalogued
  • Ongoing luxury hotel disputes noted
  • High-profile international dealings, including a reported jet gift connected to Trump, highlighted
Former Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani attending a formal diplomatic event

According to an explainer published by Firstpost on 16 May 2025, Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani (HBJ) — Qatar's former prime minister and foreign minister and one of the country's most prominent royals — has been labeled the 'Thief of Doha' amid a series of controversies. The report details accusations by the United States Department of Justice linking HBJ to bribery surrounding Qatar's successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup. According to Firstpost, the DOJ accusations form part of the long-running investigation into corruption within FIFA and the awarding of World Cup hosting rights. The report also catalogues a series of other controversies around HBJ, including reported antisemitic comments attributed to him and ongoing luxury hotel disputes. Firstpost additionally notes HBJ's high-profile dealings, including a reported jet gift connected to Donald Trump, as part of his outsized international profile. The report frames HBJ as emblematic of the intersection between Qatari wealth, political influence, and recurring scandal. The allegations are as reported by the source; HBJ has previously denied the bribery and other accusations attributed to him.

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Topic Hubs

Corruption, Bribery & Financial Scandals FIFA World Cup 2022 Scandals & Worker Deaths Other Controversies

Research Clusters

Qatar Influence Qatargate / Europe Qatar Business & Sovereign Wealth Qatar Lobbying in Washington Qatar Lobbying in Europe Qatar Political Donations Controversy

Analysis

Firstpost labels HBJ the 'Thief of Doha,' detailing DOJ accusations of World Cup bribery, antisemitic comments, and luxury hotel disputes.

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Attribution: The above summary is based on reporting originally published by Firstpost. All allegations and claims should be verified against the original source. Qatar Exposed does not make independent factual claims.

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Last updated: August 23, 2026
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