This seems as good a time as any for a rousing discussion on this subject, since SoConPubbie brought it up. I would like to hear some thoughts on the Iran problem. Since they have not signed a nuclear non-proliferation agreement with anyone and have a right to energy creation, how would you resolve the conflict of nuclear energy vice nuclear weaponry? Please present theory with potential consequence and resolution.
I believe that the Iranians have the right to nuclear energy but due to their hostile stance in the region should be prevented from nuclear weaponry. Since nuclear fuel for energy can be enriched for weaponizing (given the proper centrifuges and materials), this is in conflict and presents the problem. Should the Iranians be allowed to continue with a nuclear power plant? I surmise no because of previously stated issue. Thus the resolution. The only viable way to prevent enrichment is to eliminate the centrifuge, military action would be required (inspection required access and they are notorious for denial and subversion). This would require agreement by powers in the region as well as the superpowers.
Could this be possible?
They can have a nuke plant and trusted western nations will supply the fuel at cost.
Other than that, any attempt to enrich to make a bomb will result in their litter-box being turned into a glass bowl!