Canberra slams Russian jailing of Australian who fought for Ukraine

Australia has expressed outrage over the 13-year sentence handed down to Oscar Jenkins, an Australian national, by a Russian-controlled court in Ukraine's Lugansk region. Jenkins was convicted of being a mercenary while fighting for Ukraine. The Australian government insists Jenkins be treated as a prisoner of war under international law, emphasizing humane treatment.

May 17, 2025 - 14:16
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Canberra slams Russian jailing of Australian who fought for Ukraine
Australia has expressed outrage over the 13-year sentence handed down to Oscar Jenkins, an Australian national, by a Russian-controlled court in Ukraine's Lugansk region. Jenkins was convicted of being a mercenary while fighting for Ukraine. The Australian government insists Jenkins be treated as a prisoner of war under international law, emphasizing humane treatment.

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