In a recent Coldplay concert, an unexpected moment took center stage when frontman Chris Martin addressed the audience, leading to a charged exchange with Israeli attendees.

While performing, Martin made a bold statement: "Although it’s controversial, maybe, I also want to welcome people in the audience from Palestine... out of the belief that we’re all equal humans.” His comments prompted cheers from the crowd, highlighting a moment of shared humanity.

After the show, an Israeli woman revealed her internal struggle before identifying herself publicly. She shared, "There was a split second that we considered saying we are from Malta, and then I said ‘Israeli.’ We couldn’t and didn’t want to lie. It was a bit scary that 90,000 people know we are from here, but we said it.” This moment of honesty reflected the tension surrounding her identity amidst the crowd.

However, not all were pleased with Martin's comments. Fans from Israel criticized the interaction, labeling it as "hurtful" and "dehumanizing." The Creative Community for Peace voiced concern on social media, questioning why Martin felt the need to remind Israeli fans that they are also considered human—pointing to a recurring theme of dehumanization experienced by Jews.

This was not the first time Martin touched upon the Israeli-Palestinian divide. At a previous concert, he acknowledged both Israeli and Palestinian flags in the crowd, emphasizing a message of inclusivity. "Yesterday, we had a beautiful Palestinian flag, today we have an Israeli flag. So we welcome all people. Thank you, my brothers and sisters. It makes me happy that both groups can come," he remarked.

Last summer at Glastonbury, Martin called for peace between Israel and Palestine, reinforcing his commitment to harmony through music.