EGN NEWS DESK
Orten and his crew of 5 mentioned the 163-meter warship then barreled towards their 15-meter fishing boat, blowing its horn and firing a warning shot that exploded within the water close to their vessel. “It was a strong blast, our boat was shaking,” Orten mentioned, including they rapidly sailed a secure distance away.
A spokesperson for the Norwegian Joint Headquarters confirmed to native media {that a} radio dialog occurred between the Russian warship and the Norwegian fishing vessel however mentioned it didn’t observe the warning shot.
The incident occurred in Norway’s unique financial zone (EEZ) within the Barents Sea, which is split between Norway and Russia. The Kremlin has lately carried out army drills and missile launches inside Norway’s EEZ, angering Norwegian fishermen within the space.
Russia’s international minister warned final week that Moscow was “absolutely able to defend its pursuits” within the Arctic.
