Kharkiv Oblast
Харківська область
Total Events
18,543
Casualties
2,847
Capital
Kharkiv
Area
31,415 km²
Overview
Since the full-scale Russian invasion began on February 24, 2022, Kharkiv Oblast has been the third most affected region in Ukraine. A total of 19,788 conflict events have been documented in the oblast, with 135,982 reported casualties (6.9 per event on average). Strategic military developments accounts for the largest share of activity at 25% (5,014 incidents). All data is sourced from ACLED (Armed Conflict Location & Event Data) and covers verified incidents from February 2022 to the present.
- ▸19,788 total documented conflict events
- ▸135,982 reported casualties
- ▸Ranked 3rd most affected oblast in Ukraine
- ▸Predominant event type: Strategic developments (25%)
- ▸Event breakdown: Strategic developments: 5,014; Explosions/Remote violence: 4,988; Battles: 4,941; Violence against civilians: 4,845
- ▸Average 6.9 casualties per incident
Pre-war Population (2021)
2,658,461
Coordinates
49.9935°N, 36.2304°E
Monthly Timeline
Events This Month
June 2026
No events recorded yet for June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How has Kharkiv Oblast been affected by the Russia-Ukraine war?
Since the full-scale Russian invasion began on February 24, 2022, Kharkiv Oblast has been the third most affected region in Ukraine. A total of 19,788 conflict events have been documented in the oblast, with 135,982 reported casualties (6.9 per event on average). Strategic military developments accounts for the largest share of activity at 25% (5,014 incidents). All data is sourced from ACLED (Armed Conflict Location & Event Data) and covers verified incidents from February 2022 to the present.
How many conflict events have been documented in Kharkiv Oblast?
According to ACLED data, 18,543 conflict events have been documented in Kharkiv Oblast since the start of the full-scale war in February 2022.
What is the capital of Kharkiv Oblast?
The administrative capital of Kharkiv Oblast is Kharkiv. The oblast covers 31,415 km² and had a pre-war population of approximately 2,658,461.
What types of conflict events occur most often in Kharkiv Oblast?
The ACLED dataset records multiple categories of conflict events in Kharkiv Oblast, including shelling, airstrikes, ground engagements, and explosions. The full breakdown is available in the events timeline charts on this page.
Where can I find daily conflict reports for Kharkiv Oblast?
Daily conflict data for Kharkiv Oblast is available in the monthly and weekly timeline breakdowns on this page. Each event includes date, type, location, and casualty information sourced from ACLED and cross-referenced with multiple open-source data providers.