Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced on Wednesday that Alexander Darchiev, Russia’s ambassador to the United States, has died at the age of 66.
The diplomat had a long career and was known for his public criticism of the West.
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Vladimir Putin appointed Darchiev ambassador to Washington in March 2025. His role was to lead efforts to bring Moscow closer diplomatically to the administration of US President Donald Trump.
The appointment and initiatives to improve relations between Russia and the US raised concerns in Ukraine and several European countries. Those concerns centered on the potential impact of such a rapprochement on the course of the war in Ukraine and Europe’s security.
Russian authorities have not yet provided details about the circumstances of the diplomat’s death.
