The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war has increased energy prices and highlighted Europe's energy vulnerabilities. The European Commission is focusing on nuclear energy as part of its energy strategy, with a significant push for small modular reactors (SMRs) to enhance energy sovereignty and reduce reliance on fossil fuel imports. Despite the potential benefits, challenges such as waste management, public acceptance, and regulatory issues remain. The EU aims to increase nuclear capacity significantly by 2050, but must navigate existing dependencies and opposition. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)