Mossad
(Hamossad lemodiin uletafkidim meyuhadim = the institute for intelligence and special operations)
established in 1949 under orders of then prime minister Ben Gurion. It is the equivalent of the CIA in the USA. It is responsible for collection of intelligence outside of Israel, covert operations and counterrorism.
Honoring the Heroes of the Israeli Intelligence Corps
1924-1965
The oldest intelligence organization after the foundation of the state of Israel. It's main mission is to gather and supply intelligence to the government and IDF on a daily basis and during wartime. It tracks military as well as terrorist activities using human and technological means. It is also responsible for cross border reconnaissance operations.
