The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine is now moving towards a new and dangerous turn. While till now missiles and heavy weapons were being used, now this conflict is on the verge of turning into a nuclear war. According to latest reports, Ukraine is now close to making a nuclear bomb, and this situation has become a matter of concern at the global level.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated this in his recent statements. He says that if military aid from America stops, Ukraine will prepare nuclear weapons on its own.
Preparation of bomb like Nagasaki
Ukraine is working on a plan to build a nuclear bomb that would be based on the technology of the “Fat Man” bomb dropped on Nagasaki, Japan in 1945, The Times reports. Experts believe that this bomb can become a big challenge for Russia.
Citing the report of CACDS (Center for Arms Control and Disarmament Studies), it has been said that it will take only a few months for Ukraine to make such bombs. However, so far the Ukrainian government has not confirmed these claims.
Zelensky’s statement: Trump and security guarantee
Ukrainian President Zelensky has revealed that he raised this issue during discussions with former US President Donald Trump. Zelensky said that if the US and Western countries do not guarantee Ukraine’s security, it will be a compulsion for Ukraine to develop nuclear weapons.
Referring to the 1994 Budapest Accords, he said Ukraine had given up its nuclear capability, in exchange for security promises from the US, Britain, and Russia. But in the current situation this security promise is proving to be hollow.
Threat of Third World War?
According to reports, if Ukraine develops nuclear weapons and uses it on Russia, it could be the beginning of World War III. Experts say that a nuclear war would have a devastating impact not only on Russia and Ukraine, but the entire world.
Importance of America’s military help
Ukraine is currently dependent on military aid from the US. If this help stops, Ukraine will have to find new options for itself. In such a situation, making nuclear weapons can become a priority for Ukraine.
However, this issue is heated among the US Congress and other western countries. Some experts believe that if Ukraine does not get sufficient support, it can quickly implement its plan to make nuclear weapons.
Global reactions
This news has created a stir in global politics. Russian President Vladimir Putin has reacted sharply to this, saying that if Ukraine took such a step, Russia would consider it a direct threat to its security.
On the other hand, America and NATO have described it as a very sensitive matter. The US Defense Department has said that they will take every possible step to prevent Ukraine from making nuclear weapons.
Learning from history or new mistake?
In 1994, Ukraine gave up thousands of nuclear weapons it had. At that time this decision was considered a major step towards peace and stability. But currently, this agreement is proving to be a mistake for Ukraine.
The possibility of nuclear weapons in the Russia-Ukraine war has shaken the entire world. If Ukraine moves in this direction, it will not only further inflame this conflict, but also pose a serious threat to global peace.
There is a need for vigilance and responsible action by the international community on this issue. Because one mistake can lead the world towards nuclear devastation.
