Mossad and Military Intelligence engaged in power struggle from top down

A long-standing dispute exists among the various branches of the intelligence community involving boundaries and distribution of authority.

The disagreement in principle adds to the tension among senior members of the intelligence community, particularly between Mossad head Meir Dagan and the director of the Israel Defense Forces' Military Intelligence unit, Maj. Gen. Amos Yadlin.

The inter-organizational competition in the intelligence community, which stems both from disagreements on matters of principle and a "traditional" rivalry between the various intelligence branches and their senior functionaries, has existed for years. There are occasional tense moments, to a large extent depending on the personalities of those involved.

There have been efforts in the past to define the rules of the game and prevent duplication of authority and plays for prestige. Back in the 1950s, powers were divided geographically among the intelligence branches: all activities abroad (except for cross-border activities) were the responsibility of the Mossad, while activities in Israel were coordinated by the Shin Bet security service. Activities on the borders of enemy countries and in them were the job of MI. More

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