Unit 504

Unit 504 is a purported clandestine Israeli military intelligence unit. While not officially acknowledged by the Israeli government, it is widely believed to be responsible for the recruitment and handling of human intelligence sources (HUMINT), specifically agents within enemy or hostile territories. These agents are often of Arab origin, and the unit's activities are primarily focused on gathering information from and about Arab populations and states surrounding Israel.

The unit's existence and operations are shrouded in secrecy due to the sensitive nature of its work. Its activities are said to include espionage, counter-terrorism, and strategic intelligence gathering. Information obtained by Unit 504 is allegedly used to inform Israeli military strategy, preempt potential attacks, and assess political stability in neighboring regions.

Because of the unit's covert nature, concrete details about its structure, staffing, and specific operations are scarce. Information about Unit 504 primarily comes from anecdotal accounts, investigative journalism, and reports in foreign media outlets. It is often mentioned in the context of discussions about Israeli intelligence operations and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.