Brahin

Brahin (Belarusian: Брагін; Russian: Брагин) is a town in the Gomel Region of Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Brahin District and is located in the southern part of the country, on the Pripyat River near the border with Ukraine. The town lies roughly 150 to 170 kilometers southeast of Minsk.

Historically, the area has been part of various states, including the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, the Russian Empire, and the Soviet Union. In the modern era, Brahin developed as a district administrative and agricultural center within Belarus.

The Chernobyl disaster in 1986 resulted in radioactive contamination of parts of Brahin District. This led to land-use restrictions, relocation of some residents, and ongoing environmental monitoring in the subsequent decades.

Economy and infrastructure are oriented toward agriculture, with some local processing and services to support residents. Brahin is connected by road and by rail to surrounding towns and regional centers, facilitating the movement of agricultural goods and people.

Demographically, the population is predominantly ethnic Belarusians, with minority communities representing Russians and Ukrainians. The town maintains cultural facilities typical of district centers, including a house of culture and a public library, serving as a local hub for administration, education, and community activities.