Hyunseung Lee

Jean Lee, a North Korea expert and former Pyongyang correspondent, joins former soldier Hyunseung Lee, who defected in 2014, to unpack North Korea's military involvement in Ukraine. They discuss Kim Jong-un's ambitious geopolitical maneuvers and the troubling alliance with Russia. Hyunseung shares gripping tales of life in the North Korean military, revealing outdated technology and harsh training. Their insights illuminate the severe consequences of a regime that exploits its soldiers, while raising alarms about regional stability and the implications of this dangerous alliance.