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Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens solo concert

Ed Sheeran used his solo concert to express his views on the situation in Gaza after a dispute involving Macklemore led to support acts withdrawing from his tour.

First tracked September 20, 2026 at 5:32 AM CDT · Latest material update September 20, 2026 at 5:38 AM CDT

September 20, 2026 at 5:38 AM CDT

Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' on solo stage

When Ed Sheeran opened a solo concert, he addressed the conflict in Gaza, labeling the situation 'catastrophic and unjustifiable,' following controversy surrounding his tour and fellow artist Macklemore's political statements.