Russian attacks ravage Ukraine’s cultural treasures – UK intel

Russia’s war against Ukraine will keep destroying Ukraine’s cultural, historical, and religious heritage as long as it goes on, the UK Defense Ministry reported on X on May 15.

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Russia’s bombardments of Ukrainian cities through long-range aviation strikes, and glide munitions have a devastating impact.

“Ukraine’s Culture and Information Policy Ministry stated that as of May 2, 2024, a total of 1,987 cultural institutions have suffered losses and damage since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion,” the statement said.

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A total of 1,062 cultural heritage sites have been destroyed or damaged as of May 5, the Ministry said. UNESCO has separately confirmed damage to 129 religious sites as of April 10.

In mid-February, UNESCO estimated Russia caused $3.5 billion in damage to Ukraine’s cultural heritage, with restoration expected to take 10 years and require $9 billion to rebuild.

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