Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan, the title given to the imam of the Nizari Ismailis, a branch of Shia Islam, and a philanthropist with immense wealth, has died, his foundation announced.

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Prince Karim Aga Khan was the 49th hereditary imam of the Ismaili Muslims, who say they are direct descendants of the Prophet Muhammad. He "passed away peacefully" in Lisbon, Portugal, surrounded ...

surrounded by his family". It said: "His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV, 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be ...

surrounded by his family”. With the Duke of Edinburgh at Ascot in 2006 Credit: IJO It said: “His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV, 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili ...