North Korean Soldiers Sent to Fight in Ukraine War

North Korean soldiers are being sent by leader Kim Jong Un to fight for Russia in the war against Ukraine, with many being captured or killed. The soldiers are essentially being used as cannon fodder and are willing to take their own lives rather than be captured. The deployment is seen as a desperate attempt by Kim to earn foreign currency and gain valuable military experience, potentially impacting the course of the war and American military aid to Ukraine. North Korean soldiers suffer from malnutrition and hunger due to food shortages in their country. Defectors hope the soldiers fighting in Russia will realize the true nature of North Korea and seek freedom.