Special Activities Division (SAD)

The Special Activities Division (SAD) is a covert unit within the CIA responsible for executing highly sensitive operations abroad, often involving espionage, paramilitary activities, and counterterrorism efforts. Its missions are classified, and personnel operate in secret to gather intelligence, conduct sabotage, or support foreign partners without public recognition. SAD's work is crucial for national security, enabling the U.S. to address threats that require discreet, specialized intervention beyond conventional military or diplomatic channels.