The Emir of Qatar is to visit the blockaded Gaza strip on Tuesday, becoming the first head of state to do so since Hamas took over power in 2007.
The Emir, Sheik Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani is to inaugurate reconstruction projects worth over $250 million.
Confirming the visit, Hamas Prime Minister, Ismail Haniyeh said, "our people to express their good hospitality in welcoming the great visitor of Gaza".
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