Russian warship fires warning shots at UK-flagged yacht in the English Channel
Summary
A Russian warship fired warning shots at a UK-flagged yacht in the English Channel near the Isle of Wight. Russia said the shots were fired because the yacht came dangerously close, while the UK is investigating the incident.Key Facts
- The incident took place about 30 kilometers south of the Isle of Wight, outside UK territorial waters.
- The Russian warship fired warning shots after the yacht ignored flares and audible warnings.
- The warning shots were fired using the ship's small arms, according to Russia’s defense ministry.
- The British military confirmed they are investigating reports of the incident.
- The yacht said the shots came from about 460 meters (500 yards) away.
- This event followed a recent UK operation where commandos intercepted a suspected Russian vessel in the same area.
- The incident happened during a G7 summit focused on increasing pressure on Russia over the war in Ukraine.
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