Sir Paul threatened by terrorists

[capricorn]

SIR Paul McCartney has been threatened that he will be the target of suicide bombers unless he abandons plans to play his first concert in Israel.

Self-styled preacher of hate Omar Bakri claimed the former Beatle’s decision to take part in the Jewish state’s 60th anniversary celebrations had made him an enemy of all Muslims.

Sources said Sir Paul was shocked but refused to be intimidated.

In an interview with Israeli media yesterday he said: “I was approached by different groups and political bodies who asked me not to come here. I refused. I do what I think and I have many friends who support Israel.”

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“Instead of supporting the people of Palestine in their suffering, McCartney is celebrating the atrocities of the occupiers. The one who is under occupation is supposed to be getting the help.

“And so I believe for Paul McCartney, what he is doing really is creating more enemies than friends.”

Explaining his comments, Bakri told the Sunday Express: “Our enemy’s friend is our enemy.

“Thus Paul McCartney is the enemy of every Muslim. We have what we call ‘sacrifice’ operatives who will not stand by while he joins in a celebration of their oppression.

“If he values his life Mr McCartney must not come to Israel. He will not be safe there. The sacrifice operatives will be waiting for him.”

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Patrick Mercer, the Conservative MP for Newark and a former Shadow Security Minister, said: “One could dismiss Bakri as a ranting extremist but history has shown that he has an ability to twist minds, so his comments should not be underestimated.

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A spokesman for Sir Paul declined to comment on the threat, saying: “Paul’s Friendship First concert is about his music. Paul’s is a message of peace.”

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/61355/...plays-in-Israel

The article also states extremists are planning an attack against Britain to rival the 9/11 attack.

Notice Bakri refers to suicide bombers as "sacrifice operatives". I suppose these demented terrorists think the term "sacrifice operatives" softens the edges of their murderous acts. Is it also to make the families of suicide bombers feel better about the loss of a family member?

I don't think Sir Paul will bow to these threats. The concert is to be held September 25 in Tel Aviv. I hope all goes well.

[DogOnPorch]

Why am I not surprised? Such a peaceful people/religion. Killing Sir Paul McCartney...yeah...that'll drum-up a lot of support for the ol' cause. Morons.

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Woke-up. Got outta bed. Dragged a comb across my head...

[guyser]

Why am I not surprised? Such a peaceful people/religion.

If he plays Ebony and Ivory then he gets what he deserves. <insert smiley face here>

[Rue]

If he plays Ebony and Ivory then he gets what he deserves. <insert smiley face here>

O.k. I concede your point. I would go further and add to that list " Silly Love Songs".

[moderateamericain]

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/61355/...plays-in-Israel

The article also states extremists are planning an attack against Britain to rival the 9/11 attack.

Notice Bakri refers to suicide bombers as "sacrifice operatives". I suppose these demented terrorists think the term "sacrifice operatives" softens the edges of their murderous acts. Is it also to make the families of suicide bombers feel better about the loss of a family member?

I don't think Sir Paul will bow to these threats. The concert is to be held September 25 in Tel Aviv. I hope all goes well.

The english government will probably make a law outlawing musicians from playing concerts that offend muslims.

[Rue]

The english government will probably make a law outlawing musicians from playing concerts that offend muslims.

I doubt it. No one messes with the Queen of England.*

*Elton John

[moderateamericain]

I doubt it. No one messes with the Queen of England.*

*Elton John

O you must have missed the thread about English Lawmakers allowing shariah law

[guyser]

O you must have missed the thread about English Lawmakers allowing shariah law

I doubt Elton would agree to it though. The other Mr. John wouldnt either.