The United Nations is reinforcing efforts to track the devastation inflicted on Ukraine’s architecture, art and historical sites by using satellite imagery to verify reports of destruction, two of its agencies announced. Using before-and-after satellite images taken by private companies, UNESCO and the U.N.’s Satellite Center plan to systematically document confirmed reports of damage to places of cultural significance, assist authorities in prosecuting those responsible and help Ukraine prioritize its reconstruction efforts. A preliminary list compiled by UNESCO counts 207 sites that have been damaged or destroyed since the invasion began Feb. 24. It covers 88 religious sites, 76 buildings of historical or artistic interest, 18 monuments, 15 museums and 10 libraries.
