The US wants to see a new era of peace and stability in Lebanon and the Middle East, according to US Congressman Ronny Jackson. He made the statement during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, as US diplomatic efforts toward Lebanon continued. The Lebanese Army has strengthened its control over Lebanese lands, but large weapon depots still need to be destroyed. The funeral proceedings of former Hezbollah chiefs Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine are taking place, with concerns about Israeli threats and violations of the ceasefire agreement.