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Russia's Ambassador to US Dies Suddenly at 66

Russia's ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died suddenly at the age of 66. The Russian foreign ministry announced his death on Wednesday, describing him as an "outstanding diplomat" and "experienced leader." Darchiev had served in his role for approximately one and a half years, having been appointed in March 2025. No specific cause of death was provided by Moscow. AI

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Russia's Ambassador to US Dies Suddenly at 66

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Russia’s ambassador to the US dies ‘suddenly’, foreign ministry says

    Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, has died “suddenly” at the age of 66 after just one and a half years in the job, Moscow’s foreign ministry announced on Wednesday. The ministry called Darchiev an “outstanding diplomat, an experienced leader and a kind…