After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Ukraine found itself in possession of a substantial nuclear stockpile. However, due to financial constraints and geopolitical concerns, Ukraine made the decision to give up its nuclear weapons. The Budapest Memorandum of 1994 provided security assurances to Ukraine, but these guarantees were called into question when Russia annexed Crimea and backed separatist movements in Ukraine. The current conflict between Russia and Ukraine underscores the security challenges faced by Ukraine without the protection of nuclear deterrence. The destabilizing effects of the ongoing conflict have brought attention to Ukraine’s vulnerability in the region. The decision to disarm its nuclear arsenal has left Ukraine exposed to external threats and has raised questions about the effectiveness of international security agreements. As Ukraine navigates these security challenges, the country continues to seek support from the international community to ensure its sovereignty and territorial integrity.