A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred between the Isle of Wight and Normandy shortly before midday, with the MoD investigating.
A Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots approximately 500 yards from a UK-registered yacht in international waters of the English Channel. The incident, occurring near the Isle of Wight, caused no injuries or damage and highlights rising UK-Moscow tensions, following recent actions like the seizure of a Russian shadow fleet tanker.
A Russian warship reportedly fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel, hours after the UK imposed new sanctions on Russia's "shadow fleet." The incident occurred outside UK territorial waters, with no reported injuries or damage. This follows the UK's interception of a tanker suspected of aiding Russia's sanctions evasion.
A Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots at a small, motor-less UK yacht that had drifted towards it in foggy conditions in the Channel. No injuries or damage were reported, and British authorities are investigating.
