A Russian frigate fired a warning shot in the direction of a civilian sailing yacht in the English Channel, according to reports from the Russian Ministry of Defence. The ministry claims its crew attempted to contact the yacht multiple times, alleging the vessel was on a course that posed a risk of close proximity. The incident involved the Russian destroyer *Admiral Grigorovitch*. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has responded to the event. Details surrounding the yacht’s actions and the necessity of the warning shot remain disputed. The event raises concerns about naval activity and potential miscalculations in the busy shipping lane. No injuries have been reported at this time.