After the fall of the Soviet Union, Ukraine inherited a significant nuclear stockpile. Despite possessing these nuclear weapons, Ukraine chose to relinquish them due to financial constraints and geopolitical risks. The 1994 Budapest Memorandum assured security guarantees to Ukraine, but these proved to be unreliable when Russia annexed Crimea and backed separatists in Ukraine. The current Russia-Ukraine conflict emphasizes the vulnerabilities of Ukrainian security in the absence of nuclear deterrence. This decision has left Ukraine exposed to external threats, raising concerns about its ability to defend itself effectively. The repercussions of Ukraine’s nuclear disarmament are being felt keenly in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The country’s strategic position has been weakened, and it now relies heavily on international support for its defense. The need for a robust security framework has become more pressing than ever, as Ukraine navigates the challenges posed by its powerful neighbor. The implications of Ukraine’s nuclear disarmament continue to reverberate, underscoring the complex interplay of security, diplomacy, and geopolitics in the region.