Diplomats who died on February 20

Take a focused look at the diplomats who passed away on February 20. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1975 Robert Schwarz Strauss

  Prominent American lawyer and diplomat who served as United States Ambassador to Russia, playing a key role in international relations.

• 2017 Vitaly Churkin

  Prominent Russian diplomat who played a crucial role at the United Nations, representing Russia's diplomatic interests from 2006 until his...