Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev Dies

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NEWS 12.11.2026 / author:
Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev Dies

The diplomat passed away at the age of 66

The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died suddenly. The news was confirmed by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 11. This is reported by the portal PromPolitInform, citing the Telegram channel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.

Alexander Darchiev passed away at the age of 66. The Russian Foreign Ministry described him as an experienced manager and a specialist in American foreign policy.

The diplomat had long served in one of the most critical sectors of Russian foreign policy. He was an expert in American studies and held the position of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United States of America.

The ministry has issued formal condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Illustrative photo: Masti / Public domain

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