Alexander Darchiev
ON THE RECORD · 4 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“This quite sensitive issue of the swap of convicted Russian and U.S. citizens is being pursued along the channels designated by our presidents,”
Alexander Darchiev · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-11
In August 2022, Darchiev provided the first on-the-record Russian confirmation that Moscow and Washington were discussing prisoner swaps.
“Russia and the United States are destined, as great powers, to have non-confrontational peaceful existence,”
Alexander Darchiev · said 2025-06-10 · reported 2026-11-11
Darchiev spoke at a Russia Day reception at the Russian Embassy in Washington after delivering his credentials to the White House.
“The individuals are, indeed, being discussed. The Russian side has long been seeking the release of Viktor Bout. The negotiations are bearing fruit.”
Alexander Darchiev · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-11
Darchiev told TASS that Russia had long been seeking the release of Viktor Bout and that negotiations were bearing fruit.
“our discussion was very constructive.”
Alexander Darchiev · said 2025-06-10 · reported 2026-11-11
Darchiev described his discussion with Trump administration officials as constructive during a Russia Day reception.