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Palestinians are the real victims, Thunberg tells Ed Sheeran

"Ed, there is only one victim here: the Palestinian people," Thunberg said.

Stockholm - Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has criticized British singer Ed Sheeran, stating that Palestinians are the real victims in the conflict. Thunberg, along with activist group Humanti Project, made the remarks in an Instagram post. Sheeran's tour promoter has reportedly pulled shows featuring rapper Macklemore, who made pro-Palestinian comments during his performances, after calls from various artists.

Sheeran denies responsibility, claiming the promoter is to blame, but several supporting acts have announced their withdrawal from the tour. Thunberg emphasized that the normalization of an apartheid state and attempts to justify its actions will no longer be tolerated, signaling a shift in global consciousness. Macklemore, known for hits like "Thrift Shop" and "Can't Hold Us," has a history of supporting Palestinians, including the release of a song in 2024 honoring a young Palestinian girl's tragic death.

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