Hang on a minute

You objected to HLB's comments

I wanted to make a similar point but tried to do it so as to avoid giving any offense.

Why object to my trying to be polite?

I don't think there is a law against walking down the street with a purple lampshade on your head.

But why would anyone bother to ask if there was unless he was considering the possibility of it happening.

All I tried to do was talk thro some of the possibilities.

Further, I did point out the bit about safe havens which indicates there might be law which at least implies the right (legally) to enter a port or harbour.

If its so important then perhaps best you consult a lawyer who can give a definitive answer