Ed Sheeran says Gaza situation ‘unjustifiable’ following controversy
'I've had to take and make difficult decisions, and I am making mistakes, and I'm so so sorry,' singer tells fans at his Philadelphia show
Ed Sheeran addressed the Gaza situation on stage after losing every opening act due to their pro-Palestinian stance. After facing international backlash, the pop star apologized to fans and called Israel's war on Gaza 'unjustifiable' and 'catastrophic and disproportionate'. Macklemore, initially set to open for Sheeran, was removed from the tour due to pressure from pro-Israel lobbyists and the stadium owner.
The withdrawal of Macklemore prompted other opening acts to leave the tour in solidarity with the Palestinian people. Sheeran performed solo at the concert in Philadelphia, where he denounced Israel's actions. Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the venue, and the concert's start time was delayed by two and a half hours due to the situation.
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