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Germany, France agree on new tank deal The French and German defense ministers signed a deal for a Franco-German armaments project worth billions of euros. It includes developing a new battle tank to replace Germany's Leopard 2 and France's Leclerc. Ukraine updates: US plans $6 billion in war aid for Kyiv The US government is set to announce a plan to provide $6 billion in long-term military aid to Ukraine, part of the recent package approved by Congress. DW has more. Ukraine halts passport services for men living abroad Ukraine is cutting off consular services for its male citizens who live outside the country. The measure aims to force men back home to serve in the military, but some doubt its efficacy — and legality. US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate The US has said it secretly delivered long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. This has drawn focus to the debate over providing Taurus cruise missiles, a move the German chancellor continues to oppose. Sorbonne speech: Will Macron's European plea be heard? French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a paradigm shift in a Paris speech on European integration. That might not necessarily inspire voters at home. DW's Lisa Louis reports from Paris. Macron warns EU could 'die' in face of global competition French President Emmanuel Macron said the European Union could be threatened by rivalry from the US, Russia and China if it does not achieve "strategic autonomy." He called for a "credible" EU defense strategy. EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019? With EU elections approaching, lawmakers are busy listing their successes. DW breaks down where the European Parliament made its mark — and where it didn't. Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group? The German Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has designated the self-proclaimed separatist "Donetsk People's Republic" as a terrorist organization. So what are the legal implications? Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse in Paris Firefighters in the French capital have reportedly said the windmill blades at the landmark Moulin Rouge have collapsed. Espionage in the EU: Is the bloc ready to ward off spies? After a spate of foreign influence scandals at the European Parliament and in national capitals, EU officials are scrambling to get a handle on suspected Russian and Chinese espionage ahead of the June elections.