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Russian ship fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel
A Russian warship fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel. UK officials have expressed concern over the incident. (sources: dw, france24, theguardian, businessinsider, bbc)
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Modern Action Briefing
A Russian warship fired warning shots at a British civilian yacht in the English Channel, prompting UK officials to label the action as reckless. The incident occurred outside UK territorial waters.
- The Russian Defense Ministry stated the shots were fired due to a 'dangerous approach' by the yacht.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the incident as 'deeply concerning' and 'reckless'.
- The British defense ministry characterized the event as an 'isolated incident' with no links to broader conflicts.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between Russia and the UK, particularly in maritime contexts.
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