Special forces and Coast Guard take control of Bandero vessel

Icelandic authorities, including the Coast Guard and special forces of the National Police Commissioner, boarded the vessel Bandero on the evening of the report, taking control of the ship. The operation involved a direct intervention on the vessel, which is operated by the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, also known as the Paul Watson organization.

According to reports, the crew of the Bandero expressed concerns for their safety, leading to the intervention by Icelandic law enforcement. The situation escalated to the point where the captain of the Bandero was arrested during the operation.

While the exact reasons for the boarding and arrest were not detailed in the provided text, the involvement of special forces suggests a serious nature to the incident. The Paul Watson organization is known for its direct-action campaigns against whaling and illegal fishing, often leading to confrontations with authorities or targeted vessels.