Russian warship fires warning shot at yacht in English Channel

Tensions in the English Channel are rising after two incidents involving Russian vessels, with Admiral Grigorovich (pictured) thought to be involved today (Picture: MoD Crown Copyright/PA Wire)

A Russian frigate has been accused of firing at a yacht sailing in the English Channel today, leading to an MoD investigation.

Sailors on the Russian warship Admiral Grigorovich are said to have fired warning shots at a yacht that came near it this morning.

The incident happened at about 11.40am, and is understood to have involved the frigate, according to the Press Association.

The shots...