Investing in conventional weapons better than developing nuclear program of one's own – expert

Jim Stokes, a GLOBSEC expert and former NATO Director of Nuclear Policy (2023-2025), expressed this view in an interview with Ukrinform. "Ukraine joining NATO. That is the most credible option. NATO's deterrence has worked for more than 77 years because no state has ever attacked the Alliance. I do not usually use the word 'guarantee,' but there are benefits to being covered by extended nuclear deterrence from the United States, the United Kingdom and France," the expert said. At the same time, he cautioned against expecting a nuclear program of one's own to provide absolute protection. Stokes, who headed the Staff Group of NATO's Nuclear Planning Group, outlined his arguments.