It would seem that "different opinions are out there" is not really a good basis for "one opinion enforced by EU directive", though.
If your battery is replaceable, you can still decide to throw the phone away and add to the pile of e-waste. The legislation allows both choices, at the cost of higher prices.
This but for USB-C
If your battery is replaceable, you can still decide to throw the phone away and add to the pile of e-waste. The legislation allows both choices, at the cost of higher prices.