US Diplomat Past the Rank of Ambassador to the United States Passes Away
Andrei Urnov, a distinguished Russian diplomat and historian, passed away on August 10, 2022. Urnov's career spanned several decades, with a focus on international diplomacy.
Urnov began his professional journey in 1961 at the International Department of the CPSU Central Committee. Throughout his career, he rose from a junior referent to the deputy head of the department, holding various positions.
In later years, Urnov led the Caspian Sea working group as part of the special envoy group. His service extended to ambassadorial roles in Namibia and Armenia in the 1990s and 2000s.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Urnov's passing, and the leadership of the Ministry and the Caspian Sea Working Group issued a statement regarding his passing. Urnov was also a plenipotentiary ambassador emeritus.
Andrei Urnov graduated from MGIMO of the USSR Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His achievements were recognised with honours such as the Order of the Badge of Honour and the Order of Friendship of Peoples, signifying his significant contributions to diplomacy and historical scholarship in Russia.
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[1] Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announcement [3] Details of Urnov's awards
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