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
Events This Month
June 2026
No events recorded yet for June 2026.
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.