 What might it mean for the world if Iran, a nation known for its defiance becomes a nuclear power? Imagine the potential impact. Iran, a country regularly sponsoring terror activities against Israel and the United States, wielding nuclear capabilities. This could pose a significant threat to these and other nations, and could drastically shift the balance of power in the Middle East, and even globally. A shift in global dynamics may be on the horizon, and it's a shift that could carry profound and threatening implications. To understand the current situation, we need to look back at Iran's historical efforts at developing nuclear power. The seeds were first sown back in the 1950s, when Iran's nuclear program was launched with the help of the United States as part of the Atoms for Peace program. In the decades that followed, Iran's nuclear ambitions evolved under the radar, until the early 2000s when international concern grew over Iran's uranium enrichment activities. A decade of negotiations, sanctions and inspections ensued culminating in Barack Obama's 2015 Iran nuclear deal with Iran, which aimed to limit Iran's nuclear capabilities. But that deal's effectiveness was short-lived. By 2018, the United States, under Donald Trump, withdrew from the agreement, leading to a resurgence of Iran's nuclear ambitions and activities. Today, Iran is closer than ever to becoming a nuclear power, potentially altering the balance of power in the Middle East and beyond. As we can see, Iran's nuclear ambition isn't a sudden development but a long-standing pursuit. Leadership decisions can make a significant difference in geopolitical outcomes. Consider, for instance, how the strategic choices of leaders like Trump have fueled Iran's nuclear ambitions. The course of history is often shaped by the decisions of a few misguided leaders like Trump. Today we've delved into the impact of a nuclear Iran, and the role of leadership in shaping this possibility. A nuclear Iran doesn't just threaten Israel and the US, it shifts the global balance of power. As the world watches, one thing is certain, the impact of a nuclear Iran will be felt far beyond its borders.