Ri
Ri is a 26-year-old North Korean soldier who was captured by Ukrainian forces after he reportedly believed he was sent to Russia for training. Having served in the North Korean army for ten years, he worked with the General Reconnaissance Bureau before being deployed to the Kursk region, where he learned he was expected to participate in combat. After surviving an attack during the conflict, he found himself the sole survivor of his six-member team before being taken prisoner by Ukraine.
Born on Oct 10, 1998 (26 years old)
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Spain:
Ri is a North Korean prisoner who confirmed his intention to desert during an interview.
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Paraguay:
Ri confirmed his intention to desert during an interview with Ukrainian captors.
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Ukraine:
Ri is a North Korean sniper who shared his experiences of fighting in Ukraine.
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Switzerland:
Ri is a 26-year-old sniper who served ten years before being captured.
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Hungary:
Ri is another North Korean soldier captured by Ukraine and is severely injured.
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Hungary:
Ri is the other North Korean soldier captured by Ukraine, who is also receiving treatment for severe injuries.
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Lithuania:
Ri is a North Korean soldier who was captured and is the only survivor from his unit.
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Romania:
Ri is a 26-year-old intelligence sniper from North Korea who described the heavy losses suffered by his troops due to Ukrainian drones.
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United Kingdom:
Ri is a North Korean soldier who described the brutal fighting on the frontline and his intention to apply for refugee status in South Korea.
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Azerbaijan:
Ri is a North Korean soldier who was captured by Ukrainian forces after serving in the North Korean army for 10 years.
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