Is Maria Zakharova A-List?
No — Maria Zakharova is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Graduates from MGIMO
Graduates from Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO).
Joins MFA Press Service
Begins her career in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Press Attaché in New York
Serves as a press attaché at the Permanent Mission of Russia to the UN.
Deputy Head of Press Service
Promoted to Deputy Head of the Information and Press Department.
Director of Information Department
Appointed as the Director of the Information and Press Department.
Increased Media Appearances
Becomes a prominent figure in international media, representing Russia's foreign policy.
Sanctions Imposed
Faces international sanctions due to her role in disseminating Russian government information.
Continues Diplomatic Role
Maria continues to serve as the spokeswoman for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, maintaining her position.
Last updated: February 25, 2026