Russian Foreign Minister Konstantin Avdonin is a fictional character portrayed by Yasen Peyankov in the TV series Madam Secretary.
They appear in 15 episodes out of a total of 120 aired
Episodes15
Ghost Detainee
episode S2.E20 april 2016After Elizabeth delivers her first speech to the United Nations General Assembly formally condemning the terrorist group Hizb-al Shahid, she discusses forming a coalition against them with the Russian Foreign Minister. However, the talks create a conflict of interest between Elizabeth and Henry, who is searching for a way to save Dmitri's ill sister, Talia Petrov, from the Russian government.Render Safe
episode S2.E22 may 2016The United States debates enacting a "render safe" mission to secure nuclear weapons that belong to the Pakistani government before it collapses, while the Murphy Station pursues the terrorist Jibral Disa.Vartius
episode S2.E23 may 2016When Elizabeth receives shocking news about an important political operative, she navigates a tricky political situation with President Dalton, who she learns may be considering replacing her as Secretary of State. Also, Stevie and Jareth (Christopher O'Shea) get engaged.Article 5
episode S3.E23 may 2017Elizabeth heads to Brussels to seek NATO's aid in stopping Russia when the Russians threaten to invade Bulgaria. France's refusal may bring an end to the alliance. Henry's assignment on Russia causes him to turn to his former protege, Dmitri Petrov.North to the Future
episode S4.E7 november 2017When a Russian dissident flees to the U.S. after contracting smallpox, Secretary of State Elizabeth McCord and retired U.N. Ambassador Kat Sandoval (Sara Ramirez) must work with Russian Foreign Minister Konstantin Avdonin (Yasen Peyankov) to contain the outbreak.Sound and Fury
episode S4.E12 january 2018After a sonic attack in Bulgaria, President Dalton threatens Russia over their alleged involvement causing his mental status to be questioned.Thin Ice
episode S4.E19 april 2018While the Secretary attends a summit intended to resolve territorial claims on the North Pole, an activist group detonates a bomb, and Russia is behind it. Henry helps a student through a hard decision.Night Watch
episode S4.E22 may 2018Elizabeth and the cabinet must brace for fallout after President Dalton announces a retaliatory nuclear strike on a nation that has launched missiles at the US.The Chaos Game
episode S5.E2 october 2018Elizabeth attempts to hunt down those who attacked the White House. When she finds they had ties to foreign entities, she must be careful not to incite a war. Henry meets one of the attackers.Eyjafjallajökull
episode S5.E6 november 2018When the eruption of an Icelandic volcano strands Elizabeth at an airport in Ireland with the Turkish foreign minister, she tries to broker a deal with him to save the lives of thousands of Syrian refugees. Also, Henry gives advice to Alison about an awkward topic.Winter Garden
episode S5.E9 december 2018Elizabeth and Jay must work to keep Spain from defeating a historical agreement between Serbia and Kosovo. Henry has to deal with a bizarre encounter with Secretary of Defense, Gordon Becker.Proxy War
episode S5.E13 january 2019An American-Made cluster bomb leaves innocent Syrian children dead, leaving Elizabeth to figure out what went wrong. Russell argues with a homeless protester leaving him with a PR disaster to deal with.Better Angels
episode S5.E20 april 2019Elizabeth is ready to leave the state department and announce her run for president. Terrorists attack the UN delegation in Geneva.The Strike Zone
episode S6.E2 october 2019Elizabeth faces mounting protests over rising fuel costs as she prepares to throw out the first pitch at a New York Mets game; Mike B. is questioned about whether the McCord campaign conspired with Iran to steal the election.Killer Robots
episode S6.E3 october 2019Elizabeth must decide whether to use autonomous unmanned weapons or send U.S. soldiers to bring the mastermind of the UN gas attack to justice; Blake is questioned by Sen. Hanson about potential campaign finance violations.
- Ghost Detainee
- Render Safe
- Vartius
- Article 5
- North to the Future
- Sound and Fury
- Thin Ice
- Night Watch
- The Chaos Game
- Eyjafjallajökull
- Winter Garden
- Proxy War
- Better Angels
- The Strike Zone
- Killer Robots