Human Rights Watch claims Zelensky's videos of captured North Korean troops violate Geneva Conventions

Human Rights Watch has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky violated the Geneva Conventions by sharing videos of captured North Korean troops. The organization claims this breaches Article 13, which protects prisoners of war from public curiosity and mistreatment. Zelensky posted videos showing North Korean soldiers discussing their experiences after being captured. HRW argues that these actions could increase risks for the soldiers and their families in North Korea, where such admissions could be seen as treasonous. While HRW noted that these violations are not classified as war crimes, they could lead to reputational damage for Ukraine. The organization previously raised concerns about similar practices involving captured Russian soldiers.