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Russian Frigate Fires Warning Shots at Yacht Near UK Waters

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A Russian frigate fired warning shots at a civilian yacht in the Channel.
The incident occurred close to the Isle of Wight, outside British territorial waters.
Britain's Ministry of Defence is investigating the reports of the incident.
No injuries or damages have been reported from the yacht, which continued its journey.
The Russian frigate involved was the Admiral Grigorovich.

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On June 16, 2026, a Russian warship, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots at a British-registered yacht in the English Channel, approximately 30 kilometers south of the Isle of Wight. British nationals Jane and Alan Kelvey, retired sailors aboard their yacht, described the encounter as surreal and expressed concern but recognized the superiority of the warship in the situation. The Russian Defense Ministry stated that the yacht was approaching their vessel in a dangerous manner, while the Kelveys maintained they had the right of way and were not in a collision course when the shots were fired.

The incident has prompted an investigation by UK authorities, who are currently treating it as an isolated event and not linked to previous military actions in the area. Both sides have reported the exchange, with Russia asserting that the warning shots were necessary for their vessel's safety. Media coverage has highlighted the tense context of Anglo-Russian relations, emphasizing the potential implications of such military encounters in proximity to civilian maritime activities.

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UK authorities launched an investigation into the warning shots fired by the Russian frigate.

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