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Russian ambassador to US ‘suddenly’ dead at 66

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Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, died suddenly at age 66 on Wednesday, according to a statement from Russia’s foreign ministry. Darchiev had only recently begun his role in March 2025. The specific cause of his death was not provided.

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Alexander Darchiev, the Russian ambassador to the United States, died suddenly at age 66, according to a statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry released on November 11. Appointed in March 2025, Darchiev had been serving in Washington for just over one and a half years before his death. The ministry described him as an "outstanding diplomat," "experienced leader," and "kind colleague." No additional details about the cause or location of his death were provided by Russian officials.

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Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, died on Wednesday at age 66, Russia’s foreign ministry announced.

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Russian ambassador to US ‘suddenly’ dead at 66 · assertive framing

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Russia’s ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, died on Wednesday at age 66, Russia’s foreign ministry announced. asserted

ministry → die → age

Darchiev, who began his tenure in March 2025, “passed away suddenly,” the ministry said. asserted

ministry → begin → March

His cause of death wasn’t immediately announced. asserted

cause → announce → death

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