A man in a Russian video says he is an Australian fighting for Ukraine.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that the Australian embassy in Moscow and the Department of Foreign Affairs are currently investigating reports of an Australian fighter who may have been captured by Russian forces in Ukraine. During a speech in Sydney this morning, Albanese expressed his concern over the situation, stating that the government is working to gather more information and verify the claims.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and working to determine the facts," Albanese stated. He also acknowledged that the Russian government has a history of spreading misinformation and false information. If the claims of the Australian fighter's capture are proven to be true, the government will take appropriate action and make representations on his behalf.

According to social media posts on Telegram, the man in question identifies himself as an Australian teacher and soldier. The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that the captive's name has been confirmed as Oscar Jenkins, a 32-year-old man from Melbourne. Jenkins had moved to China in 2015 to work as a lecturer.

In the online footage, which has since gone viral, Jenkins can be seen being interrogated and physically abused by his captors while his hands are bound. "My name is Oscar Jenkins...32 years old. I live in Australia and Ukraine," he can be heard saying in English.

The government's SmarTraveller website advises against travel to Ukraine and Russia due to ongoing conflicts, but it is believed that there are multiple Australian citizens currently fighting in the region. In light of this situation, it is important for all Australians to stay informed and exercise caution when traveling to these areas.

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