Australia is working to verify the authenticity of a video that purportedly shows one of its nationals captured by Russian forces while fighting in Ukraine.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated his government is working to secure a "positive outcome" after an Australian man, captured by Russia

Nationals Leader David Littleproud says the Albanese government faces a “difficult situation” after an Australian soldier fighting for Ukraine was reportedly captured by Russian troops.

The Australian government is investigating reports that Russian forces captured an Australian citizen fighting for Ukraine, the Sydney Morning Herald reported on Dec. 23. The man, who identifies himself as 32-year-old Australian Oscar Jenkins,