The Special Operations Forces (SOF) are making steady progress in deciphering a notebook belonging to North Korean operative neutralized in combat within russia’s Kursk region. Dubbed Private Jong’s Notes, the document offers a rare glimpse into the training and tactics of North Korean troops reportedly prepared for battle against Ukraine.
The latest revelations focus on techniques for countering drones and evading artillery fire, methods that rely heavily on what can be described as bait tactics. While it remains unclear whether these strategies were developed independently by the North Koreans or under the guidance of russian instructors, the details paint a striking picture of their battlefield approach.
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To neutralize drones, North Korean soldiers were trained to work in trios. One soldier, acting as bait, would move ahead while maintaining a seven-meter distance. The other two would follow at a 10-12-meter interval, ready to open fire. Intriguingly, the notes highlight a specific tactic: if the bait halts, the drone typically pauses, creating an opportunity for the two trailing soldiers to shoot it down.
To evade artillery fire, the training emphasized quick, calculated movements. Troops were instructed to rally at predetermined locations in small groups or to briefly shelter in areas already struck by artillery before making a rapid move to a safer point.
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