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UNITE FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Israeli singer songwriter Tally Koren and Palestinian singer Nizar Al-Issa are uniting in west London for an evening of music for peace in the Middle East' .

It is fitting that the event takes place on the International Day of Peace - Saturday, September 21st. The event, organized by the Peace Federation UK, is a fundraiser for the Parents Circle Families Forum - Palestinians and Israelis bereaved by the conflict who work together for peace and reconciliation.

Initiatives such as this one are particularly important at a time when moves towards peace have been rekindled.

Tally's latest single - Hallelujah:72 Names -- has been translated into Arabic specially for this event and will be sung in Hebrew, Arabic and English.

A new interpretation of the classic hymn, Jerusalem, will be sung by Israelis and Palestinians together, looking to a new future for this historic city, that can be enjoyed by Israelis and Palestinians.

Tally Koren said: "I believe strongly that music is a common language that can bridge the divide and lead the way to a better future for us all. "

Nizar Al-Issa said: " I am taking part in this concert because I believe in peace and in the humanity of both sides.