Israel-Lebanon Talks Yield Troop Withdrawal Plan

Two days of US-brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon in Rome concluded with an agreement on a process for Israeli withdrawals from pilot zones in southern Lebanon.

The discussions were described as 'positive and productive', with a plan to be finalised in the coming days.

Disputes remain over verification procedures and Israel's demand for direct involvement in confirming the Lebanese army has cleared the areas.

The talks represent the sixth round of US-mediated negotiations aimed at de-escalating tensions along the border.