Commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are taking place in the UK, drawing criticism from some political figures. Events include a candlelit vigil at the Islamic Centre of Manchester on Wednesday and a gathering hosted by University College London’s AhlulBayt Islamic Society titled "Commemorating the Fallen." The Islamic Centre for England, which held prayers the day after Khamenei's death, has been under Charity Commission intervention since 2022. Conservative MP Bob Blackman has strongly condemned these events, labeling Iran as an enemy and those participating as "the enemy within." The Islamic Centre for England stated that the Muslim community is gathering in "profound grief" to stand together in prayer.