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Why do Scottish football fans back the Palestinians?

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Published: 30 August 2016

Last updated: 4 March 2024

Match the fine for Palestine: the higher you build your barriers, the taller we become - Abby Zimet - Common Dreams 25.08.16
With over 1,200 Scots of Palestinian origin, their own history of occupation and an ongoing sense of being underdogs in Scotland, the act of solidarity was one of many over the years by a largely Irish Catholic community with a strong sense of affinity for the Palestinian struggle.

And see: Israeli peace festival in Scotland met by shouts from pro-Palestinian protesters – The Jerusalem Post 17.08.16
International Shalom Festival patrons greeted with chants of ‘Your tickets are covered in Palestinian blood.’

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