The shots were reportedly fired at a yacht in the Channel.

16:18, Tue, Jun 16, 2026 Updated: 16:24, Tue, Jun 16, 2026

Russian warship Admiral Grigorovich

Russian warship Admiral Grigorovich is understood to have been involved in the incident (file pic) (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

Sailors on a Russian warship fired a warning shot at a yacht that came near it in the English Channel, the Press Association understands.

The incident, at around 11.40am on Tuesday, is understood to have involved the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich in the sea between the Isle of White and Normandy.

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