The upcoming Iranian presidential election is expected to maintain the regime's priorities of continuity and stability, with the likely winner being Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, a conservative candidate favored by the military and the supreme leader's office.
Despite winning 240 seats, the BJP's performance was seen as a setback for Modi's authoritarian tendencies and a sign that Indians value their democracy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to secure a consecutive third term, which could lead to more actions fulfilling Hindu nationalist demands, including the formation of Akhand Bharat.
Maharashtra's political landscape sees former allies, BJP and Shiv Sena, now fierce rivals in a high-stakes battle for power, with alliances shifting and egos clashing.