Pakistan, June 27 -- US-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon have stalled over Israel's military withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Washington extended the fifth round of negotiations by one day to seek a breakthrough. The disagreement could delay efforts to reduce tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border.

According to reports, the main dispute concerns Israel's continued presence inside the so-called "Yellow Line" in southern Lebanon. Israel wants to retain control of key positions, including Beaufort Castle. However, Lebanon insists on a complete Israeli withdrawal from all occupied villages and towns.

The United States has proposed a phased pilot plan for southern Lebanon. Under the proposal, the Lebanese army would gradually ass...