Russian Frigate in UK Waters Signals Escalating ‘Grey War’
A Russian frigate, the RFN Admiral Grigorovich, was observed escorting seven sanctioned vessels, suspected of supporting Russia’s war effort, through the English Channel. This incident follows the recent presence of another Russian naval vessel near UK waters, highlighting an increase in Russia’s “shadow fleet” activities. These actions underscore growing concerns about Russia’s maritime threat to the UK and its allies, particularly in relation to vital undersea infrastructure. While the UK has strengthened its legal framework to intercept such ships, no vessels have been seized to date.
John Q. Hosedrinker