The Belgian government and French utility Engie agreed on April 30 to a framework paving the way for possible state acquisition of Belgium's nuclear assets, including the seven reactors operated by Engie subsidiary Electrabel, Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced on X, arguing for a full takeover of the country's nuclear fleet to strengthen energy security. The government also suspended all decommissioning and dismantling work on reactors shut between 2022 and 2025, keeping options open for potential life extensions or restarts.