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Dozens of posters and flags supporting Iran's Islamic regime adorned Sunday's Arbaeen Procession in London, marking the largest gathering in the event's 46-year history. The procession, organized by Hussaini Islamic Trust UK, saw an estimated 35,000 attendees commemorate Imam Hussain, who was martyred in Iraq in 680 CE. However, the event also featured significant displays of support for the regime, including posters and flags of late Ayatollah Khamenei and numerous Islamic regime flags.

One particularly striking image was a poster by the Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC) featuring a quote saying "Choose the right side of history" superimposed on a photo of Khamenei. The IHRC has been under investigation by the UK's Charity Commission since 2017 for alleged ties to the Iranian regime, though no enforcement or penalty has been published.

The presence of pro-regime propaganda was especially notable given the UK's recent introduction of the National Security (State Threats) Act 2026, which makes expressing support for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) a criminal offense. This came after the IRGC was officially designated as a state threat on July 17, 2026.

The Metropolitan Police were reached for confirmation on whether any action was taken against the protesters. Former Shadow Justice Secretary MP Nick Timothy commented on social media, stating, "You might be forgiven for thinking this is Tehran. But no, it is London. Where those who live among us openly celebrate the antisemitic and terrorist state of Iran."