Ed Sheeran returns to the stage following a tumultuous week triggered by the removal of opening act Macklemore over pro-Palestinian comments.

Ed Sheeran addresses the removal of Macklemore from his tour, explaining that venue operators and promoters forced the decision following a pro-Palestinian speech.

American rapper Macklemore has been removed from Ed Sheeran's remaining US tour dates following intense backlash and venue threats over his pro-Palestinian speeches.