Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev has died suddenly at the age of 66, Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced Wednesday. The ministry did not disclose the cause of death.
Darchiev became Russia’s ambassador to the U.S. in early 2025, replacing Anatoly Antonov. He previously served six years as Russia’s ambassador to Canada and headed the Foreign Ministry’s North American Department for four years.
In a statement, the Foreign Ministry described Darchiev as an experienced diplomat, an expert on American affairs, and a respected colleague and mentor.
