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Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence As Macklemore Dropped From Tour Over Gaza Remarks

Ed Sheeran has broken his silence after Macklemore was dropped from his tour following the rapper's remarks about the war in Gaza.

Aaron Rowe, one of Ed Sheeran's opening acts on his U.S. tour, has decided to leave the tour in solidarity with Macklemore and the Palestinian people who are suffering. This decision comes after Macklemore was removed from the tour due to his "Free Palestine" messaging during his performances. Rowe stated that he cannot support a situation where billionaires use their power to silence those who speak up against Israeli genocide and the murder of children.

He emphasized his commitment to his ancestors who resisted colonization and fought for the freedom he enjoys today in Ireland, signing off with "FREE PALESTINE."

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