Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev died suddenly, the Russian Foreign Ministry reported. The diplomat was 66 years old.
"An outstanding diplomat, experienced leader, good friend and mentor passed away. The highest professional, brilliant American, A.N. Darkhayev worked in one of the most responsible areas of Russian foreign policy," the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Darchiev was appointed ambassador to the United States in March 2025.