by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Mar 27, 2026 | LCAT Flash Reports, LCAT Reports
Key Takeaways: Due the ongoing conflict and the resulting rise in crude oil prices, Lebanon is at risk of slowing growth, reduced consumer spending, and widening cash flow deficits. The country’s dependence on imported fuel exposes all economic sectors and...
by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Mar 4, 2026 | LCAT Flash Reports, LCAT Reports
Introduction: Hezbollah’s March 2 attack on Israel triggered a sharp Israeli military escalation in Lebanon, more than a year after the 66-Day War ended in late November 2024. The strikes have drawn the country into the rapidly unfolding regional conflict: Days...
by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Feb 10, 2026 | LCAT Flash Reports, LCAT Reports
Summary: A number of developments are notable in Syria. These include the repeal of the Caesar Act and over 10 billion US dollars (USD) in investment commitments by public and private partners in Qatar, the USA, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi...
by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Jan 29, 2026 | LCAT Flash Reports, LCAT Reports
Introduction: Tensions have risen between the United States (US) and Iran, with Washington signaling that it could conduct military action in response to Tehran’s deadly crackdown on domestic protests. This Lebanese Crisis Analytics Team (LCAT) report presents three...
by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Dec 19, 2025 | LCAT Flash Reports, LCAT Reports
Introduction: Lebanon faces the possibility of an Israeli military escalation amid mounting domestic and geopolitical tensions over Hezbollah’s arms, though recent US-backed diplomatic engagement between Beirut and Tel Aviv could stave off a significant escalation in...
by Mercy Corps Lebanon | Nov 26, 2025 | Bulletin, LCAT Flash Reports
Introduction: This bulletin is a product of the ‘Strengthening Regional Policy Dialogue and Partnerships on Solutions’ project, which seeks to strengthen evidence-based policy dialogue, advocacy, and partnerships on adaptive solutions. This project is implemented by...
