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Why Britain’s far-right celebrates a saint revered in Palestine

Why Britain’s far-right celebrates a saint revered in Palestine

Summary

Hundreds of supporters of the far-right group Britain First marched in Manchester to celebrate Saint George, who is England’s patron saint. The article explains that Saint George has a special connection to Palestine, which the marchers may not have been aware of.

Key Facts

  • Britain First is a far-right political group in the UK.
  • Hundreds of its supporters took part in a march in Manchester.
  • The march was to celebrate Saint George, England’s patron saint.
  • Saint George is also recognized and respected in Palestine.
  • The connection between Saint George and Palestine is not widely known in the UK.
  • The article was reported by Al Jazeera journalists Nils Adler and Nida Ibrahim.
  • The event highlights different cultural and historical meanings of the same figure.
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