Mossad was established in the wake of World War II, during a time when the newly formed State of Israel faced significant security threats from neighboring Arab countries
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Mossad was officially formed on December 13, 1949, as Israel's national intelligence agency
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The first Prime Minister of Israel, David Ben-Gurion, played a crucial role in the establishment of Mossad, envisioning it as a central intelligence agency
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The first director of Mossad was Reuven Shiloah, who was instrumental in organising and shaping the agency's structure
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The agency was formed by consolidating existing intelligence units, including the "Central Institute for Coordination," to create a more unified intelligence structure
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The agency's role was to gather intelligence, conduct covert operations, and ensure the security of the State of Israel, especially against external threats
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Initially, Mossad's main focus was on intelligence gathering related to Arab countries, which posed significant threats to Israel's security
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In its early years, Mossad was involved in various operations, including the rescue of Jewish refugees from hostile environments and covert actions against enemy states
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Over time, Mossad expanded its capabilities and became more sophisticated, incorporating advanced technology and developing specialized units for different types of missions
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Today, Mossad is known for its global reach and has become one of the most effective and feared intelligence agencies in the world, conducting operations far beyond Israel's borders