Zhytomyr Oblast

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Total Events

1,234

Casualties

234

Capital

Zhytomyr

Area

29,832 km²

Overview

Since the full-scale Russian invasion began on February 24, 2022, Zhytomyr Oblast has been among the affected regions (ranked 7th) in Ukraine. A total of 2,527 conflict events have been documented in the oblast, with 17,170 reported casualties (6.8 per event on average). Strategic military developments accounts for the largest share of activity at 26% (667 incidents). All data is sourced from ACLED (Armed Conflict Location & Event Data) and covers verified incidents from February 2022 to the present.

  • 2,527 total documented conflict events
  • 17,170 reported casualties
  • Ranked 7th most affected oblast in Ukraine
  • Predominant event type: Strategic developments (26%)
  • Event breakdown: Strategic developments: 667; Battles: 637; Explosions/Remote violence: 616; Violence against civilians: 607
  • Average 6.8 casualties per incident

Pre-war Population (2021)

1,208,212

Coordinates

50.2547°N, 28.6587°E

Monthly Timeline

Frequently Asked Questions

How has Zhytomyr Oblast been affected by the Russia-Ukraine war?
Since the full-scale Russian invasion began on February 24, 2022, Zhytomyr Oblast has been among the affected regions (ranked 7th) in Ukraine. A total of 2,527 conflict events have been documented in the oblast, with 17,170 reported casualties (6.8 per event on average). Strategic military developments accounts for the largest share of activity at 26% (667 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 Zhytomyr Oblast?
According to ACLED data, 1,234 conflict events have been documented in Zhytomyr Oblast since the start of the full-scale war in February 2022.
What is the capital of Zhytomyr Oblast?
The administrative capital of Zhytomyr Oblast is Zhytomyr. The oblast covers 29,832 km² and had a pre-war population of approximately 1,208,212.
What types of conflict events occur most often in Zhytomyr Oblast?
The ACLED dataset records multiple categories of conflict events in Zhytomyr 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 Zhytomyr Oblast?
Daily conflict data for Zhytomyr 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.