Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is facing intense backlash after a controversial moment at the band’s sold-out concert at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, where he brought two young Israeli fans onstage and described them as “equal humans on Earth,” before also welcoming Palestinians in the audience.
A viral video of the interaction shows the visibly nervous fans standing beside Martin as he sat at a piano and addressed the crowd.
“I’m going to say this. I’m very grateful that you’re here as humans. We are treating you as equal humans on Earth, regardless of where you come from,” Martin said. “Thank you for being here. We’re grateful and thank you for being loving and kind.”
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“Although it’s controversial, maybe, I also want to welcome people in
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