The flag culture wars have come to an unlikely place: progressive Iceland | Alexander Hurst

The far-right in Iceland has taken the country's flag and incorporated it into a 16-step artwork at the Grafarvogur Lutheran church in Reykjavik, a move that has sparked controversy ahead of the EU referendum. This development is significant because it highlights the politicization of the Icelandic flag, which was previously seen as a symbol of national unity. The flag's co-opting by the far-right could have implications for the country's cultural identity and potentially influence the outcome of the EU referendum.

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