Australian authorities are working to confirm reports that Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins, captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine, has been executed. Jenkins came to national attention in December after video footage emerged showing him being interrogated and struck multiple times by Russian forces. Australia's Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the government is demanding answers from Russian authorities and is prepared to take 'strong action' if the reports are confirmed.
Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins has reportedly been killed in cold blood by his captors. The federal government is pushing for answers from Russian authorities, and vowing strong action if the reports are confirmed.Australian authorities are scrambling to confirm the facts amidst the reported execution of a Melbourne man who was captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine.
The prisoner of war was struck multiple times during this interrogation, appearing visibly shaken and bruised.JENKINS"Oscar Jenkins" He was the first Australian captured in the conflict and his alleged execution has sparked swift condemnation at home. Mr Mencinsky has pointed to a report from the United Nations which he says shows evidence of systemic torture and abuse of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian forces.
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