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Diplomatic Transition: Lynne Tracy's Tenure as U.S. Ambassador to Russia Concludes
- Lynne Tracy, the U.S. Ambassador to Russia since January 2023, will soon step down from her post in Moscow, announced on June 12, 2025.
- Tracy's departure follows a period of tense U.S.-Russia relations marked by the Ukraine war and comes months after Russia appointed Alexander Darchiyev as its new ambassador to the U.S.
- Over her nearly two-year assignment, Tracy acted as a seasoned diplomat under the Biden administration and played a crucial role in securing the freedom of American nationals detained in Russia despite limited diplomatic engagement.
- The U.S. Embassy in Moscow revealed plans for a farewell livestream on June 13 to honor outgoing Ambassador Lynne Tracy, noting that she will soon complete her tenure in Russia, though no reasons or details about her replacement were given.
- Tracy’s exit highlights ongoing challenges in U.S.-Russia diplomacy despite efforts by Russia’s new envoy to improve ties, indicating that relations remain strained and uncertain.
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US Ambassador to Russia Lynn Tracy will soon leave her post.
Diplomatic Transition: Lynne Tracy's Tenure as U.S. Ambassador to Russia Concludes
Lynne Tracy, the U.S. ambassador to Russia, is set to leave her position after a challenging term marked by tense U.S.-Russia relations exacerbated by the Ukraine conflict. Despite early skepticism, she played a crucial role in securing the release of U.S. prisoners. Diplomatic relations show potential for improvement under Donald Trump's renewed presidency.
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The Star Kuala LumpurU.S. ambassador to Russia to leave post soon, says embassy
MOSCOW - Lynne Tracy, the U.S. ambassador to Russia, will soon leave her post, her embassy said on Thursday, after serving through one of the most tense and difficult periods in relations between Moscow and Washington. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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