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, however, these guarantees proved to be unreliable when Russia annexed Crimea and provided support to separatists in Ukraine. The current Russia-Ukraine conflict serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in Ukrainian security that exist without the presence of nuclear deterrence. The decision to give up its nuclear weapons has left Ukraine exposed to external threats and has raised concerns about its ability to defend itself effectively. The situation underscores the complex dynamics at play in international relations and the challenges faced by countries like Ukraine in navigating security concerns. The need for reliable security assurances and effective defense mechanisms is now more critical than ever for Ukraine as it continues to grapple with ongoing tensions in the region.