News · 16 June 2026

Russian warship fires warning shots at British yacht

People using the Channel may note a reported encounter involving a civilian boat and a naval vessel. A source familiar with the matter said crew aboard a Russian warship discharged warning rounds near a yacht on Tuesday after it approached the vessel. The ship was identified as Admiral Grigorovich, while Britain's Ministry of Defence had no immediate comment.

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 June 2026 at 17:24

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