World|March 10, 2026

Briefing: EU chief says turning away from nuclear energy was 'a strategic mistake'

Strategic angle: As the Iran war continues to disrupt oil supplies from the Middle East, Paris hosted a summit aiming to boost the use of civilian nuclear energy.

Editorial Staff·1 min read

Summary

EU plans to provide a €200 million guarantee for innovative nuclear technologies.
The summit in Paris focuses on enhancing nuclear energy usage amid oil supply disruptions.

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Event	Paris summit on nuclear energy
Financial commitment	€200 million guarantee

Sources

France 24: https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/business/20260310-eu-chief-says-turning-away-from-nuclear-energy-was-a-strategic-mistake