I think anything that weakens the mullahs, strengthens the dissidents in Iran. I also believe Iranians are much more cosmopolitan thn most realize. Why do you need a nuclear reactor when you're sitting on that much oil? You certainly don't need it to generate power.
"anything that weakens the mullahs, strengthens the dissidents in Iran"
Yes, for the most part. But in this case, acquiring nuclear power is also becoming a point of pride for Iranians. No, they don't need it for energy and the people don't really care about the weapons factor, but it gives them something to be proud of. And unfortunately, gives the regime one more way to rally the patriotism of the people.