David Barnea

David "Dadi" Barnea is the current Director of the Mossad, having taken over from Yossi Cohen in June 2021.
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Some of the key events about David Barnea

  • 1991
    Joined the Israel Defense Forces and served in the Sayeret Matkal special forces unit
  • 1996
    Began career at Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency
  • 2003
    Appointed to lead the Tzomet division, responsible for identifying and recruiting agents
  • 2013
    Promoted to head of the Keshet division, overseeing Mossad's operations branch
  • 2019
    Became deputy director of Mossad
  • 2021
    Appointed as the 13th director of Mossad
  • 2021
    Led efforts to improve Israel's relations with Arab countries
  • 2021
    Faced criticism for lack of transparency and public communication after becoming Mossad director
  • 2022
    Oversaw intelligence operations contributing to Israel's security
  • 2022
    Oversaw controversial Mossad operations that strained diplomatic relations with Turkey
  • 2023
    Expanded Mossad's technological capabilities and cyber operations
  • 2023
    Strengthened international cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts
  • 2023
    Received backlash for Mossad's alleged involvement in covert actions against Iran's nuclear program

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