In his editorial, Gaëtan de Capèle argues that the European Commission's approach to nuclear energy under the leadership of Ursula von der Leyen is nonsensical and has severely impacted the European economy. He highlights France's pivotal role in this issue, noting that it was during François Hollande's presidency that France decided to dismantle its nuclear plants, a decision that was then compounded by Emmanuel Macron's closure of the Fessenheim facility, after which he had to backtrack due to the energy shortfalls it created.

De Capèle expresses concern about the absurd regulatory frameworks being enacted in Brussels that he believes have left the European economy vulnerable, especially as other global powers like the U.S. and China are strengthening their positions. He points to how these policies have not only hampered national energy security but have also ignored the realities of geopolitical tensions, making Europe reliant on less favorable energy sources.

The piece serves as a call to reconsider the direction of European energy policies, particularly in relation to nuclear energy, suggesting that a more balanced and pragmatic approach is necessary to ensure not only energy independence but also economic stability in light of current global challenges.