State Security Agency investigating Lana Marks ‘assassination plot’
The State Security Agency is investigating reports that Iran is planning to assassinate United States ambassador to South Africa Lana Marks.
"The agency is interacting with all relevant partners both in the country and abroad, to ensure that no harm will be suffered by the US Ambassador, including any other Diplomatic Officials inside the borders of our country," the agency said in a statement on Monday.
Spokesperson Mava Scott says due to the nature of the reports they will not be giving updates on their investigations.
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"The Minister of State Security, Ms. Ayanda Dlodlo says that South Africa has a duty to protect maximally, all Diplomatic Officials who are on State duty in our country.
“It should be noted that the nature of the allegation and attendant threat doesn't permit us to give any detailed updates on the investigations."