After the fall of the Soviet Union, Ukraine inherited a significant nuclear stockpile. Despite possessing these nuclear weapons, Ukraine made the decision to relinquish them due to financial burdens and geopolitical risks. The 1994 Budapest Memorandum promised security guarantees to Ukraine, but these proved unreliable when Russia annexed Crimea and supported separatists in Ukraine. The current Russia-Ukraine conflict serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities of Ukrainian security in the absence of nuclear deterrence. The lack of nuclear weapons has left Ukraine exposed to external threats and has raised concerns about its ability to defend itself effectively. The decision to give up nuclear weapons in exchange for security guarantees has been called into question, with many critics arguing that Ukraine would be in a stronger position today if it had maintained its nuclear arsenal. As tensions continue to simmer in the region, the issue of nuclear disarmament in Ukraine remains a contentious and complex issue. The country is now grappling with the harsh reality of its security challenges and the limitations of relying solely on international agreements for protection.