Shell have accused Greenpeace activists of putting "lives at risk" as they targeted a North Sea platform in a protest over climate change.
Climbers scaled the Skiff platform, located 45 nautical miles off the coast of Norfolk, to unveil a giant blood-red artwork by Anish Kapoor.
They then hoisted a high pressure hose and poured 1,000 litres of "blood-like" solution over the giant canvas.
Greenpeace said the work, called BUTCHERED, is a “stark visualisation of the wound inflicted on both humanity and the Earth by the fossil fuel industry."
The protest comes as extreme heat continues to break records across Europe.
A Shell UK spokesperson said the actions of Greenpeace's Skiff protest was "extremely dangerous."
“Safety at sea is our priority," the spokesperson said.
"Greenpeace entered a restricted safety zone around the platform without permission, which is established under UK law to protect people and prevent collisions.
“Their actions were extremely dangerous, involved illegally trespassing and put their own and others' lives at risk.
“We respect the right of individuals and organisations to protest, but it must be done safely and lawfully.”
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