Ed Sheeran calls Israel's treatment of Gazans 'unjustifiable,' apologizes for Macklemore controversy
At the start of the concert at Lincoln Financial Field, Sheeran called the October 2023 Hamas attack that killed 1,200 Israelis "horrific."
TL;DR
- Ed Sheeran apologized for his handling of the controversy involving Macklemore's removal from his tour.
- Sheeran described Israel's treatment of residents in Gaza as "unjustifiable" and "disproportionate."
- He acknowledged that he makes mistakes and is sorry.
- The controversy arose after Macklemore was removed from the tour following his "Free Palestine" remarks.
- Sheeran expressed concern about concert venues vetting performers' content.
- Some concertgoers felt music should not be political, while others supported both artists.
- Pro-Palestinian protesters were present near the concert venue.