After returning to Moscow: Russian ambassador to the US dies suddenly

Alexander Darchiev, Russia's ambassador to the United States, died suddenly at age 66 in Moscow after returning for medical treatment for a chronic illness. The Russian Foreign Ministry announced his death, but the exact cause was not disclosed.

Russia's ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, passed away suddenly at age 66 in Moscow, after returning from Russia for medical treatment due to a chronic illness. The Russian Foreign Ministry announced his death, calling him an "outstanding professional and a veteran, respected diplomat." Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova confirmed he had been battling a chronic illness, but the exact cause of death was not released. Darchiev was appointed to the post by President Putin in March 2025, during a period when efforts began to restore relations with the Trump administration. His death recalls the death of Russia's UN ambassador Vitaly Churkin in 2017.