Russia's Ambassador to the US Dies 'Suddenly' Per Country's Foreign Ministry
A top Russian official has passed away “suddenly,” according to officials on Wednesday.
In a Telegram announcement, the Russian MFA (Foreign Ministry of the Russian Federation) announced the passing of Alexander Darchiev.
Darchiev, 66, was the Russian ambassador to the U.S.
“The leadership and staff of the Russian Foreign Ministry announce with profound sorrow that Alexander Darchiev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the USA, passed away suddenly on November 11, aged 66,” the MFA posted on Telegram. “We have lost an outstanding diplomat, an experienced leader, a kind colleague and a mentor.”
“An exceptional professional and a distinguished expert on the United States, Alexander Darchiev served in one of the most demanding areas of Russian foreign policy.”
“We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Alexander Darchiev’s family and loved ones.”
“The cherished memory of our colleague, taken from us far too soon, will remain in our hearts forever.”
According to The Hill, Darchiev was appointed to his ambassador role in March 2025 by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Before that, Darchiev had served as Russia’s ambassador to Canada for seven years, and he’s also led Russia’s North America Department.
The Russian Embassy took to X to confirm the news and express its sorrows.
О КОНЧИНЕ ЧРЕЗВЫЧАЙНОГО И ПОЛНОМОЧНОГО ПОСЛА РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ В СОЕДИНЕННЫХ ШТАТАХ АМЕРИКИ А.Н.ДАРЧИЕВА
Коллектив Посольства Российской Федерации в Соединенных Штатах Америки с глубоким прискорбием сообщает, что 11 ноября скоропостижно скончался Чрезвычайный и Полномочный Посол Российской Федерации в Соединенных Штатах Америки Александр Никитич Дарчиев.
Александр Никитич всю свою жизнь посвятил твердому отстаиванию российских интересов на североамериканском направлении и выстраиванию равноправных отношений с США.
Отличительной чертой Александра Никитича было доверие к подчиненным и глубокое уважение к людям. Он всегда старался сплотить коллектив и создать такую рабочую обстановку, когда ощущалось крепкое плечо старшего, более опытного товарища, на которое в случае необходимости можно опереться. За теплоту, душевность и искренность мы все платили ему тем же.
Выражаем родным и близким Александра Никитича самые глубокие и искренние соболезнования. Светлая память о нем навсегда останется в наших сердцах.
— Russian Embassy in USA 🇷🇺 (@RusEmbUSA) November 11, 2026
“Alexander Nikitich devoted his entire life to steadfastly defending Russian interests in North America and building relations with the United States on an equal footing,” the Russian Embassy posted, according to X’s translation.
The post continued, “Alexander Nikitich was distinguished by his trust in his subordinates and his deep respect for people. He always sought to unite the staff and create a working environment in which the support of a senior, more experienced colleague was there to lean on whenever needed.”
“We all repaid his warmth, kindness, and sincerity in kind. We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Alexander Nikitich’s family and loved ones.”
“His memory will remain forever in our hearts.”
Fox News reported that Darchiev’s death occurred in Russia, not the U.S.
Darchiev’s death comes amid a ceasefire in Ukrainian territory occupied by Russia.
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