Unit 9900

Unit 9900 is a signals intelligence (SIGINT) unit within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Military Intelligence Directorate (Aman). It is responsible for collecting visual intelligence (VISINT), geospatial intelligence (GEOINT), and imagery intelligence (IMINT). Its primary function is to provide intelligence based on visual and spatial data gathered from a variety of sources, including satellites, aerial photography, and other remote sensing technologies.

The unit's activities are considered highly classified, and specific details about its operations, personnel, and technological capabilities are rarely publicly disclosed. Unit 9900 plays a crucial role in supporting the IDF's operational planning, situational awareness, and target identification. The intelligence it gathers is used for a range of purposes, including monitoring enemy movements, assessing infrastructure, and verifying intelligence obtained from other sources.

Unit 9900 is understood to work closely with other intelligence units within the IDF and with international partners, sharing information and collaborating on intelligence assessments. The unit's technological proficiency is considered to be advanced, reflecting Israel's broader emphasis on technological innovation and intelligence gathering.