Zhlobin
Zhlobin is a city in the Zhlobin District of Gomel Region of Belarus, on the Dnieper river. As of 2017, the population is 76,078.
The city is notable for being the location where steelmaker BMZ was established. BMZ is one of the largest companies in Belarus, and an important producer in the worldwide markets of steel wires and cords. The company is the main sustainer of the town's economy.History
In 1939, 19% of the town's population was Jewish. During World War II, Zhlobin was occupied by the German Army from 3 July 1941 until 13 July 1944. The Nazis captured the Jews and imprisoned them in 2 different ghettos, where they suffered from starvation, disease and abuse. On April 12, 1942, 1,200 Jews were murdered in the ghettos.Sport
of the Belarusian Extraleague is the local pro hockey team.
