LCAT Reports
The Lebanon Crisis Analytics Team (LCAT) provides reactive and in-depth context analysis to inform the humanitarian community in Lebanon. The information and analysis contained in this report is strictly to inform the humanitarian response and policymaking on Lebanon.
LCAT Reports
The Lebanon Crisis Analytics Team (LCAT) provides reactive and in-depth context analysis to inform the humanitarian community in Lebanon. The information and analysis contained in this report is strictly to inform the humanitarian response and policymaking on Lebanon.
The Monthly Lebanon Crisis Update provides an overview of economic and political developments to alert the international aid response to new and emerging challenges that could impact the humanitarian situation in Lebanon. In the context of the multiple crises affecting Lebanon, the update tracks the impact of political developments on the economy, relevant international developments, updates on service delivery and governance issues, and analysis of the drivers of humanitarian need as they develop. The report also aims to provide nuanced forecasting on contextual shifts relevant to shifting needs and the implementation of humanitarian programming. The report draws upon a desk review of currently available literature, analysis of relevant quantitative data, and key informant interviews with a range of experts and individuals with knowledge of Lebanon’s economy.
The Monthly Lebanon Crisis Update provides an overview of economic and political developments to alert the international aid response to new and emerging challenges that could impact the humanitarian situation in Lebanon. In the context of the multiple crises affecting Lebanon, the update tracks the impact of political developments on the economy, relevant international developments, updates on service delivery and governance issues, and analysis of the drivers of humanitarian need as they develop. The report also aims to provide nuanced forecasting on contextual shifts relevant to shifting needs and the implementation of humanitarian programming. The report draws upon a desk review of currently available literature, analysis of relevant quantitative data, and key informant interviews with a range of experts and individuals with knowledge of Lebanon’s economy.
Monthly Reports
August Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: The exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah on August 25 – the heaviest such exchange since October 8, 2023 – brought an end to a cycle of escalation that began in late July. Intensified Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire throughout August...
July Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: A June 30 Israeli strike in the Beirut suburb of Haret Hreik killed seven people, including five civilians and a top Hezbollah official, prompting the group to vow retaliation. The strike was the first to target Beirut since January 2, when Israeli...
June Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: Israel stepped up both the rate and depth of its shelling of Lebanese territory inJune, when Israeli shelling killed 7 civilians, raising the total non-combatant death toll since October 8, 2023 to 97. Concern is growing over the use of phosphorus...
May Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: Israel escalated its shelling of southern Lebanon and expanded its use of phosphorus munitions, which pose long-term environmental risks. Israeli strikes killed 14 civilians, bringing the non-combatant death toll to 90, and destroyed many homes,...
April Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: For the third time, Lebanon’s parliament has voted to postpone municipal elections, extending the mandates of mukhtars and municipal councils until May 2025. The ongoing cross-border conflict between Hezbollah and the Israeli military was cited as the...
March Crisis Update
Key Takeaways: Total Israeli shelling incidents in southern Lebanon decreased in March; however, individual strikes were more lethal and destructive, causing significant damage to infrastructure and private homes. Israel also continued targeting the Bekaa Valley with...
