“We do not trust empty pledges anymore” – Ukraine’s foreign minister on Budapest Memorandum
31 years ago, Ukraine traded its nuclear arsenal for a promise. Russia broke it. Now Kyiv wants real guarantees.
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Ukraine gave up 1,700 nukes. Now ex-President Yushchenko says the US offers “Munich-2” shameful peace deal
Calling it a replay of the 1938 Munich appeasement, Yushchenko says the US proposal is humiliating and could disgrace Western diplomacy.
EU ministers condemn Putin’s Budapest visit as Hungary vows to welcome ICC fugitive
The choice of venue carries bitter historical irony for Ukraine, where Kyiv surrendered its nuclear arsenal for security promises Moscow now violates.
Moscow cuts another lifeline to Europe’s human rights system as Putin moves to exit anti-torture convention
The step shields Russian prisons from international inspectors, raising fears for Ukrainian POWs and abducted civilians.
Rutte in Kyiv promises Ukraine “no repeat of Budapest Memorandum” with dual security guarantees
The commitment aims to establish deterrence mechanisms that the failed 1994 Budapest Memorandum couldn't provide, though questions remain about whether theu can contain Putin's territorial ambitions.
Forbes: Trump can’t stop the war with words — but he can with Russian money
Seizing sovereign Russian assets would turn the tables without firing a shot.
Ukraine rewrites Budapest Memorandum with 40 burning Russian jets targeted by drones launched from cargo trucks
A coordinated drone strike inside Russia marks a new chapter in Ukraine’s fight for sovereignty and security.
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?
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.