In Pics | Countries with most nuclear weapons

In the midst of the Russia-Ukraine crisis, here we take a look at the countries with the most nuclear weapons in the world.

In Pics | Countries with most nuclear weapons

With 6,257 (1,458 active, 3,039 available, 1,760 retired) nuclear weapons, Russia has the biggest nuclear warhead in the world. Credit: AFP Photo

The United States, which was the first-ever country to manufacture nuclear weapons, has 5,550 (1,389 active, 2,361 available, 1,800 retired) nuclear weapons. Credit: AFP Photo

China, one of the world's most powerful nations, has 350 nuclear weapons and has been actively expanding its nuclear arsenal. Credit: AFP Photo

France, which has one of the largest defence budgets in the world, has 290 nuclear weapons. Credit: AFP Photo

The United Kingdom also finds a place in this list with 225 nuclear weapons. Credit: AFP Photo

Pakistan sits slightly above its neighbouring nation, India, with 165 available nuclear weapons. Credit: Reuters Photo

India, which has the fourth most powerful military in the world, has 156 nuclear weapons. Credit: iStock Photo

One of the most powerful countries in the world, Israel, has approximately 90 nuclear weapons. Credit: AFP Photo

It is estimated that North Korea has built between 40 and 50 nuclear weapons. Credit: AFP/KCNA