Ukraine trusted the West. Now everyone wants nukes.
In 1994, Ukraine gave up its nuclear weapons in exchange for security guarantees. Russia invaded anyway. Now, more nations ask: Why disarm if those promises mean nothing?
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Reality check: Nuclear weapons in Ukraine were Soviet, not Russian as Trump’s special envoy claimed
Russia also violated the 1994 agreement that promised to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity in exchange for Ukraine's denuclearization.
Ukrainian joke fundraiser “for nukes”raises millions in hours after Zelenskyy-Trump dispute
The money will actually be redirected to combat drone initiatives.
Ukrainian former FM: Shifting Ukraine’s security guarantees onto Europe is unfair after Budapest Memorandum
The United States bears responsibility for Ukraine’s security under the Budapest Memorandum, former Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ohryzko argues. As Washington debates shifting security commitments to Europe, he insists the 1994 agreement remains binding.
Majority of Ukrainians support nuclear weapons restoration, new poll shows
A new poll shows the majority of Ukrainians favor a nuclear weapons program despite potential international consequences, marking a shift from 1990s attitudes.
CNN: Ukrainian troops hold ground in Kursk despite mounting pressure
Their efforts are vital for future peace talks, maintaining territorial leverage amid relentless and costly Russian attacks, CNN says.
Ukraine won’t accept anything less than NATO membership after failed Budapest Memorandum, Kyiv says
Kyiv urges NATO signatories, including the US and UK, to provide clear, binding security guarantees in light of Russia’s aggression.
US’ Sullivan confirms no nuclear weapons return to Ukraine
In Biden Administration's final weeks, adviser Sullivan dismisses nuclear weapons transfer speculation, stressing a focus on conventional military support for Ukraine.
UK troops may aid Ukraine border defense under potential ceasefire, Boris Johnson says
Former UK PM proposes British troops support potential European peacekeeping forces to strengthen security guarantees against Russian threats.
FP analysis suggests Ukraine could pursue nuclear arms if denied NATO membership
Foreign Policy's analysis states Ukraine "can't avoid considering a nuclear weapon" if it fails to join NATO, with US support expected to diminish under Trump.
“If you need nukes, maybe, you should eye Belarus?” Israeli politician tells Ukraine
Belarus-based Russian nuclear weapons could provide Ukraine with creative deterrence options, says Amir Weitmann, chairman of the liberals in the Israeli-governing Likud Party.
Zelenskyy reveals Trump talk on Ukraine’s NATO plea, cites Budapest Memorandum failings
Ukrainian President emphasized that now Ukraine can either have nuclear weapons, which it gave up after 1994 Budapest Memorandum, or join NATO alliance as the victory plan offers.
UK security deal with Ukraine: Budapest Memorandum 2.0 or road to NATO?
Britain became the first of G7 nations to commit to a bilateral security agreement with Ukraine. Though lacking firm guarantees, it has enshrined that the UK’s aim is to help Ukraine restore its 1991 borders – making it the first nation to do so.
Ukraine’s nukeless fate: the untold story behind the Budapest betrayal
As early as 1993, Russia openly claimed Sevastopol in Crimea to be a Russian city, sought to return Crimea under its control, and refused to recognize Ukrainian borders. The US leadership at that time clearly saw this but still pushed towards nuclear disarmament of Ukraine
Russia using old Ukrainian missiles launched from formerly Ukrainian bombers against Ukraine, general says – NYT
After a Russian missile attack across Ukraine in October, Ukrainian intelligence officials found the wreckage of a Soviet-era…
“Never again Budapest Memorandum” — Ukraine recalls giving away nuclear weapons in exchange for guarantees 28 years ago
28 years ago, on 5 December 1994, Ukraine signed the Budapest memorandum with the US, UK and Russia.…
Zelenskyy proposes new agreement with signatories of Budapest Memorandum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed a new agreement with signatories of the Budapest Memorandum to provide Ukraine…
The specter of Budapest Memorandum hangs over Ukrainian negotiations, darkens the future of global security
Following the revelation of the horrific atrocities committed by Russian forces in Bucha and the surrounding areas of…
Daily review: Putin formally recognizes his puppet republics, sanctions expected
The past 24 hours in the war zone Regular Russian military columns entered occupied areas of eastern Ukraine…
Ukraine now has neither weapons nor security: Zelenskyy demands Budapest Memorandum consultations
Ukraine wants peace. Europe wants peace. The world says it doesn’t want to fight, and Russia says it…
