The Israel Defense Force has for the first time deployed all-female tank crews near the Gaza Strip, according to Israel Hayom.

Two female-operated tank platoons are currently guarding the Gaza border area, instead of their usual posts along the Egyptian border. The only previous instance of such a deployment occurred on Oct. 7, when female tank crews were scrambled to assist in repelling the devastating surprise attack by Hamas terrorists.

These soldiers are expected to maintain their positions in the southern Gaza Strip for the foreseeable future.