(1) Yes, it was a Russian cargo vessel.
(2) Yes, it was found that there were containers carrying explosives and the necessary permits were in place.
(3) No, the permits were available.
(4) No, the security of the countries and the vessel will be compromised, if a public statement is made to this effect.
Reply to question 2719 recommended,
GENERAL NATIONAL COMMISSIONER: SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE
KJ SITOLE (SOEG)
Date: 2018-09-26
Reply to question 2719 approvecl
MINISTER OF POLICE
BH CELE, MP
Date: 01/10/2018