North Korean Fighters in Ukraine

Reports indicate that North Korean troops have been deployed to support Russian efforts in the war against Ukraine, but their effectiveness appears minimal. Approximately 3,000 out of 11,000 North Korean fighters have reportedly sustained severe injuries or died, with many lacking modern combat knowledge. Investigations by South Korean intelligence suggest that some of these soldiers are being instructed to commit suicide rather than be captured, although the reliability of these claims remains questionable. Such narratives not only shed light on the dire conditions facing these soldiers but also raise concerns about the potential exploitation of their vulnerability by Russian forces.