Build a nuke. Just that.
Since it is in everyones interests to not end this war as irradiated goop, I suggest you renounce your nuclear program and sign the Russo-Korean War Non-Nuclear Agreement.
Wait does Iran enter the game as a major power? I thought all new players had to start as regional powers?
Because he's not making a new nation - there's no room for him to make one even if he wants.
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How about letting two of his provinces go then?