After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Ukraine found itself in possession of a substantial nuclear arsenal. However, due to financial constraints and geopolitical concerns, Ukraine made the decision to give up its nuclear weapons. The 1994 Budapest Memorandum was supposed to provide security assurances to Ukraine, but these promises were shattered when Russia annexed Crimea and backed separatist movements within Ukraine. The current conflict between Russia and Ukraine serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by Ukraine without the protection of nuclear deterrence. The vulnerabilities in Ukrainian security have been laid bare by these events, underscoring the critical importance of reliable security measures for the nation.