North Korean Defector Lee Seongmin Assists Ukrainian Forces
Ukrainian forces sought help from a North Korean defector, Lee Seongmin, to understand and counter the threat posed by North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia.
Key Points
- Lee Seongmin, a human-rights worker and Ivy League graduate, is fluent in English.
- His assistance is crucial in countering the North Korean threat in Ukraine.
Pros
- Lee Seongmin's expertise in North Korean affairs helps Ukrainian forces understand the motives of North Korean soldiers.
- He assists in translating key documents and creating antiregime leaflets to persuade North Korean soldiers to surrender.