oa Dynamics of Heavy Metal Compounds Allocation in Urbohydrotops of Kyiv Region in Post-Military Conditions

The Russian-Ukrainian war, which began in 2014 and is still ongoing, has had numerous consequences not only in terms of humanitarian, political and economic impacts, but also in terms of its impact on various ecosystems, including aquatic ones. The main aspects of this impact include: pollution, physical damage, loss of biodiversity, species migration, and changes in water quality. The hostilities have led to the destruction of infrastructure, resulting in the release of oil products, chemicals and other pollutants into water bodies. Military ammunition, especially older models, can contain heavy metals such as lead, copper and zinc. The use of ammunition in or near water bodies can lead to the release of chemical contaminants into the environment. The explosion and subsequent fall of military munitions can lead to the deposition of residues containing trace heavy metal compounds. Wastes generated by the military, including spent ammunition, scrapped or damaged equipment and other debris, can enter water bodies, especially if not properly managed or disposed of. Mitigating the impact of heavy metals in water bodies requires joint efforts from both military and environmental agencies. Regular monitoring, safer disposal methods, remediation efforts, and public awareness, are important components of the solution. The aim is to analyze the dynamics of the heavy metal compounds allocation in urbohydrotops of Kyiv region in post-military conditions and develop practical approaches to restore the wartainted aquatic ecosystems of the Kyiv region. Given the geopolitical situation, Ukraine has found itself in, since 2014, it’s evident that military operations could have had significant impacts on its hydro ecosystems. A thorough assessment (within the dynamic aspect) will be beneficial not only for Ukraine but for the global community, as it offers a chance to understand and learn from the ecological impacts of military operations.