The Iranian nuclear program has occupied a prominent position on the international scene and has remained the subject of intense scrutiny and investigation as a result of the international community's concern over the purposes of this program. The Iranian nuclear program has witnessed many turning points and transformations since its inception over the decades, resulting in significant challenges whose impact was not limited to Iran's nuclear program only but expanded to reflect on Iran as a whole, especially its economic aspect, which in turn affected all areas of life in Iran. Therefore, this paper will explore the stages and challenges that the Iranian nuclear program has gone through since its inception, its secret work, and its global emergence. Besides, the paper will discuss the nuclear deal, which is called the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and the challenges that emerged after that deal. In the end, it is clear from this paper that Iran has a great ambition to possess nuclear energy and develop its capabilities. On the other hand, this led to the rise of major challenges, whether during the stages of developing the Iranian nuclear program or after that, especially after the period of the nuclear agreement and the withdrawal of the United States during the era of United States President Trump.

Keywords: Iran, JCPOA, Iran Nuclear Program, Nuclear Power, Iran Ambition

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