Russian Ambassador to the US Alexander Darchiev has died at the age of 66. The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Darchiev passed away suddenly on November 11.
In its statement, the ministry said, "The management and staff of the Russian Foreign Ministry announce with great sadness that the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to the US, Alexander Darchiev, passed away suddenly on November 11 at the age of 66."
The statement described Darchiev as an "outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, kind friend, and mentor." The ministry noted that Darchiev was a competent expert on US affairs and served in one of the critical areas of Russian foreign policy.
The Russian Foreign Ministry did not share information regarding the cause of Darchiev's death. The ministry extended its condolences to the diplomat's family and loved ones.
Darchiev was appointed as Russia's Ambassador to the US in March 2025. Prior to this role, Darchiev worked as the Director of the North American Department at the Russian Foreign Ministry and also served as Russia's Ambassador to Canada between 2014 and 2021.
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