Trains on Moscow's famous metro subway system has hired female drivers for the first time in its recent history, following recent changes in controversial Russian legislation prohibiting women from many professions.

Moscow metro hires first female drivers after a decades-long ban

In a historic move, Moscow's metro-subway authorities have hired their first female trained drivers in decades. The move came after the controversial ban on female drivers was overturned country's labor Ministry last year.

Russia: Moscow hires first women train drivers after decades-long ban

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Moscow metro hires first female drivers after a decades-long ban

Russia: Moscow hires first women train drivers after decades-long ban

Moscow metro sheds soviet look with bold new stations