What is the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich? The warship that fired shots at yacht in English Channel (opens original article in a new tab)

A Russian frigate fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel, prompting an investigation by the UK Ministry of Defence. The vessel, based in Crimea, was previously monitored by the Royal Navy.

• Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots at a British yacht in the English Channel
• Admiral Grigorovich is a Black Sea fleet frigate based in Sevastopol, Crimea
• Royal Navy monitored Admiral Grigorovich during its passage through UK waters in April
• Admiral Grigorovich has missile launch cells, a naval gun, and helicopter facilities