After the fall of the Soviet Union, Ukraine inherited a significant nuclear stockpile. Despite possessing these nuclear weapons, Ukraine decided to relinquish them due to financial constraints and geopolitical risks. The 1994 Budapest Memorandum had promised security guarantees to Ukraine, but these proved to be unreliable when Russia annexed Crimea and provided support to separatists in Ukraine. The current Russia-Ukraine conflict underscores the vulnerabilities in Ukrainian security that exist without nuclear deterrence. The decision to give up their nuclear arsenal has left Ukraine exposed to external threats and has raised concerns about their ability to defend themselves effectively. The ongoing conflict serves as a stark reminder of the importance of having a strong defense system in place. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, as the security dynamics in Eastern Europe remain uncertain. The repercussions of Ukraine’s disarmament decision are still being felt today, with calls for increased support and assistance to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities. It is clear that the issue of nuclear disarmament continues to be a contentious one, with both risks and benefits needing to be carefully weighed and considered.