Sir Paul McCartney Promises Concert Of 'Peace And Love' In Israel

Sir Paul McCartney has told fans in Israel that he hopes to bring “a message of peace and love” by performing in the Middle East

Sir Paul landed at Ben Guiron earlier today ahead of his concert in Tel Aviv on Thursday (September 26th).

The former Beatle's performance in the capital forms part of the Jewish state’s 60th anniversary celebrations.

But his participation has drawn criticism from some political bodies and extremists, with one Islamic militant saying he had become the “enemy of every Muslim”.

Omar Bakri, who now resides in Lebanon after being exiled from the UK in 2005, said the former Beatle would have “sacrifice operatives” waiting for him.

But Sir Paul has refused to bow to any threats, saying he does what he thinks and has many “friends who support Israel.”

The Beatles were banned by Israel in 1965 because the country's government feared that their music would corrupt young citizens.

But the ban was lifted this year by Israel's ambassador to the UK, who called it a “misunderstanding”.

Sir Paul is expect to rehearse for the concert in Yarkon Park tomorrow, followed by a press conference, reports the BBC.