On January 7, 2025, NK News reported on the forcible deployment of North Korean soldiers to Russia, raising concerns about human rights abuses.
Unique Kim, a human rights analyst at NKDB, is quoted for her recent issue brief where she mentioned that North Korean soldiers have no choice but to follow orders, as refusing could lead to torture or executions. In this paper, she urges South Korea to negotiate with Ukraine to ensure that captured North Korean soldiers are not sent back to the DPRK, where they could face severe punishment.
“This is especially critical as North Korean soldiers could face severe repercussions upon returning to their home country after exposure to foreign cultures during the conflict.”
You can read the full article HERE.
On January 7, 2025, NK News reported on the forcible deployment of North Korean soldiers to Russia, raising concerns about human rights abuses.
Unique Kim, a human rights analyst at NKDB, is quoted for her recent issue brief where she mentioned that North Korean soldiers have no choice but to follow orders, as refusing could lead to torture or executions. In this paper, she urges South Korea to negotiate with Ukraine to ensure that captured North Korean soldiers are not sent back to the DPRK, where they could face severe punishment.
You can read the full article HERE.