Video shows Australian man reportedly captured by Russian forces in Ukraine

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A video on social media shows an Australian man, Oscar Jenkins, who appears to have been captured by Russian forces in Ukraine. The footage shows him tied up and being questioned in Russian. Jenkins identifies himself as a biology teacher living in Australia and Ukraine. Australian officials are investigating the situation. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the video as concerning and confirmed that the Australian embassy in Moscow is working to gather more information and provide support. Jenkins, 32, is originally from Melbourne and has worked in China since 2017. The Australian government continues to advise against travel to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.


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