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Russian warship allegedly fires warning shots in English Channel

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 17 Jun 2026, 8:16pm

Concerns have been raised by UK officials after a Russian warship fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel. 

The incident, which happened between the Isle of Wight and Normandy, involved a Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says experts have claimed that the UK is facing many challenges, but Russia is one of more 'pressing' threats. 

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