Zarah Sultana’s Protest: Is Defending Refugees a Moral Duty or a Threat to British Identity?

Former Labour MP Zarah Sultana has reignited political tensions in the UK by leading a protest against rising anti-immigration sentiment and what she calls the “normalisation of fascism.” As the daughter of Pakistani immigrants, her stance highlights a long history of migration shaping Britain — but also raises sharp questions. For some, she embodies solidarity and moral responsibility toward refugees; for others, her activism reflects a challenge to national identity and social cohesion. This moment forces Britain to confront a fundamental debate: is protecting refugees an ethical obligation, or does it risk undermining a shared sense of belonging?