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Macklemore Launches 'Free Palestine' Tour, Vows Continued Activism
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Rapper Macklemore began his "Free Palestine" tour in Dublin, pledging to continue his activism against Israel's war in Gaza. He was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour for pro-Palestinian statements. The Dublin concert featured solidarity messages and performances by other artists. The tour will proceed to Paris and London, with US dates planned.
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- Macklemore launched his "Free Palestine" tour in Dublin, vowing to continue speaking out against Israel's war in Gaza.
- He was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour for pro-Palestinian remarks, which he stated were "threatening to some people."
- The Dublin concert saw thousands of fans waving Palestinian flags and chanting "Free Free Palestine."
- Irish artists Hozier and Kneecap, along with Palestinian performers, supported Macklemore at the event.
- The tour is set to continue in Paris and London, with future US dates to be announced.
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