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Australian feared dead in captivity is still alive, Russia says
The Australian government has been told by Moscow that one of its citizens in Russian captivity is still alive. Oscar Jenkins, a 32-year-old teacher, was captured last year while fighting for Ukraine.
Australia demands Russians free soldier Oscar Jenkins after confirmation he is alive
Australian officials believe Australian soldier Oscar Jenkins, who travelled to fight in defence of Ukraine, is alive and in Russian captivity, rather than dead as had been feared.
Russia confirms capture of Australian who fought for Ukraine
Australian citizen Oscar Jenkins, who fought for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, is in Russian captivity, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced.
Australian PoW Oscar Jenkins alive, Albanese government says
Russian officials have confirmed Oscar Jenkins is alive, Penny Wong has said, ending nearly a month of uncertainty around the captured Australian fighter’s fate.
Russia says Aussie fighting for Ukraine and feared dead is alive in captivity
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Wednesday Russia has reported Oscar Jenkins is alive and in custody. The Australian man went to Ukraine to fight against Russia's invasion and was feared dead.
Australia Says Citizen Reported Killed After Capture in Ukraine Is Alive
An Australian national who was reportedly killed after his capture by Russian forces in Ukraine is alive, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Wednesday. “The Australian government has received confirmation from Russia that Oscar Jenkins is alive and in custody,
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Russia could exploit Oscar Jenkins’ disappearance, warns Ukraine’s envoy
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Russian Coal Miners Face Bankruptcy
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