Russian Ambassador to US Dies Suddenly

Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev has died. Russia’s Foreign Ministry confirmed his death on Wednesday. He was 66.

However, the ministry did not provide any details about the cause or circumstances of his death.

The veteran diplomat was known for his outspoken criticism of Western policies. Russian President Vladimir Putin appointed him as ambassador to the United States in March 2025. He was given the responsibility as part of an initiative to ease longstanding tensions between Moscow and Washington and rebuild bilateral relations.

Relations between Moscow and Washington deteriorated sharply after Russia launched its full-scale military operation in Ukraine in February 2022. US military and financial assistance to Ukraine, along with successive sanctions against Russia, further heightened tensions between the two countries.

However, after Donald Trump assumed office as US President, efforts began to thaw relations with Russia. Mr. Darchiev played an important role in efforts to resume diplomatic contacts and high-level discussions between the two countries.

Source: CNN