Veselivka, Sumy Oblast
Veselivka is a village in Khotin settlement hromada, Sumy Raion, Sumy Oblast in Northern Ukraine. As of the 2001 census, it had a population of 67 people.
Geography
Veselivka sits 3 km from the left bank of the. A small unnamed stream flows near the village, marking the border with Russia. Directly across this stream is the Russian village of Uspenovka, Kursk Oblast. A seasonal drying stream, blocked by a dam, also runs through Veselivka.History
On June 12, 2020, according to the Ukrainian government's administrative reform, Veselivka became part of the Khotyn settlement community. Later, on July 19, 2020, due to further territorial reform and the dissolution of the old Sumy Raion, the village was incorporated into the newly established Sumy Raion.Russo-Ukrainian war (2022–present)
In March 2023, due to constant shelling by Russian forces, Veselivka was effectively cut off from major supply routes.On July 19, 2024, the village was hit by a Russian attack, with reports of a single explosion, possibly caused by a drone-dropped explosive device. A few weeks later, on August 3, another explosion occurred, likely from a 120mm mortar round.