North Korean Soldiers in Ukraine War Prove More Capable Than Expected

Initial reports of incompetence are contradicted by accounts highlighting their discipline, skill with firearms, and effective drone combat tactics.

Over 10,000 North Korean soldiers are reportedly deployed to support Russia in the Ukraine war, with mixed assessments of their effectiveness.
Ukrainian military representatives describe the troops as disciplined, motivated, and skilled with small arms, countering earlier portrayals of them as 'cannon fodder.'
Some North Korean soldiers have been noted for their extreme commitment, including reported acts of self-detonation to avoid capture.
The soldiers have demonstrated innovative tactics in drone combat, including coordinated efforts to distract and shoot down drones with handheld weapons.
Military experts and Ukrainian soldiers caution against underestimating the North Korean forces, particularly their well-trained special units.