# Hatzav **Domain:** Open-source intelligence / Israel **Doc Type:** Developed Wiki Node **Maturity:** Developed **Collection:** [[collections/Gamification|Gamification Collection]] ## Definition **Hatzav** is an IDF intelligence unit associated with collection and analysis of publicly available communications and media. ## Significance Its relevance is the institutionalization of open-source information as an intelligence surface distinct from public diplomacy and civilian advocacy. ## Sources - [[articles/gamification/Lex Sportiva and Winning Without Bloodshed|Lex Sportiva and Winning Without Bloodshed]] - [Primary or institutional source](https://www.idf.il/en/mini-sites/directorates/military-intelligence-directorate/) ## Routes [[wiki/Aman|Aman]] · [[wiki/Unit 9900|Unit 9900]] · [[wiki/Perception Management|Perception Management]] · [[articles/gamification/Lex Sportiva and Winning Without Bloodshed|Lex Sportiva and Winning Without Bloodshed]]