The Ukrainian army said on Sunday that it had struck three drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea belonging to the Russian oil company 'Lukoil'. The statement said the platforms were used for oil exploration and production. This attack is part of the ongoing conflict between the two countries. Russian authorities have not yet commented on the strike. It is reported that civilian specialists may have been on the platforms. Experts believe such attacks could lead to further escalation of tension in the region. The international community is calling on both sides to exercise restraint.
