Oscar Jenkins Gives First Interview Since 13-Year Sentence in Russia

‘Right thing to do’: Aussie jailed in Russia speaks out

An Australian man jailed in Russia after fighting for Ukraine has spoken publicly for the first time since his capture, revealing why he chose to join the war.

Oscar Jenkins gives first interview from Russian prison

The former Melbourne teacher-turned-soldier Oscar Jenkins has given his first interview from prison since being captured by Russian forces and jailed for 13 years.

️"Oscar Jenkins has signed a written a statement saying that wants to fight as a soldier for Russia"

️"Oscar Jenkins has signed a written a statement saying that wants to fight as a soldier for Russia"https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-31/australian-oscar-jenkins-first-interview-russia-conviction-13-yr/107095560

Oscar Jenkins gives first interview since 13-year sentence in Russia

Oscar Jenkins has given his first interview since he was sentenced to 13 years' imprisonment by Russian authorities for participating as "a mercenary in an armed conflict".