Pakistan, July 17 -- Ukraine's government has undergone its biggest change since Russia invaded in 2022. On Thursday, parliament appointed Yulia Svyrydenko as the new prime minister. She is the first woman to lead Ukraine's government in wartime. President Volodymyr Zelensky made the change to strengthen Ukraine's war efforts and economy. Svyrydenko had served as first deputy prime minister since 2021 and is known for her experience and fast decision-making.

In her first speech, Svyrydenko said she will act quickly and firmly. Her main goals include increasing local weapons production and helping the economy recover. Zelensky wants 50% of weapons used on the battlefield to come from within Ukraine. Currently, only 40% are made domestical...