Iran has developed over the last 4000 years and is the oldest civilisation in the world. 30 years of sanctions have inhibited its development economically but it remains a highly educated and modern society with a great cultural history.

For those that may be interested in the case for Iran, start with the following article:

http://www.dissidentvoice.org/2009/01/us-must-back-down-on-iranian-uranium-enrichment/