Israel operates several intelligence and security bodies, the three main ones being Mossad, Shin Bet (Shabak), and Aman. Mossad handles foreign intelligence, covert operations, and external threat counter‑measures. Shin Bet is responsible for internal security, counter‑terrorism, counter‑espionage within Israeli‑controlled territories, and protection of officials and critical infrastructure. Aman, the military intelligence directorate, gathers and analyzes military intelligence, conducts signals interception, and assesses strategic threats; its Unit 8200 focuses on cyber‑warfare and electronic surveillance. In addition to these core agencies, there are specialized police intelligence units, organized‑crime divisions, and protective entities linked to the defense industry.