A few days ago, the European Commission acknowledged that reducing the share of nuclear energy was, quote, a 'strategic error'
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- Omissions
- The statement was made by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen personally, not by the European Commission as an institution through an official communication.
- The statement was made on March 10, 2026, which is approximately 15 days before the speech (March 25, 2026), not just 'a few days ago' as claimed.
- The exact wording was 'strategic mistake' (not 'strategic error') in English sources, though both convey the same meaning.
- Sources
- SecondaryReutersEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said: 'This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice, I believe that it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emissions power.'
- SecondaryWorld Nuclear NewsVon der Leyen: It was strategic mistake to turn against nuclear - 'This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice, I believe that it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emissions power.'