Lebanon's 7-Year Slide Toward Disintegration
Over seven years of economic collapse in Lebanon since the autumn of 2019, the country has shifted from the brink of revolution—once the focal point of the scene—to a path of fragmentation and internal division. The revolutionary momentum was halted as losses became uneven across different segments of society, and the state began to retreat in providing basic services such as electricity, healthcare, and education. Amidst this, Lebanese people turned to local, individual solutions. This led to a significant outflow of the population and a decline in the state's role in managing daily life, resulting in Lebanon becoming geographically and nationally fragmented. The situation remains affected by prolonged wars, economic downturns, and a loss of public trust in institutions, while the army continues to stand as the most reliable fortress protecting certain areas. The report indicates that if the collapse persists, it could deepen further fragmentation unless radical reforms are undertaken—particularly in state institutions and the equitable distribution of resources. Meanwhile, factors like political parties' control over resources and widespread societal distrust remain major obstacles to maintaining national unity or preventing further disintegration.
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