In a significant shift towards ending the war in Gaza, Palestinian militant group Hamas has accepted key parts of the plan set out by US President Donald Trump.

However some sticking points remain and Hamas has sought further talks.

Here's how the Hamas response compares to the Trump plan:

WHAT DOES HAMAS SAY IT IS OPEN TO ACCEPTING IN TRUMP'S PLAN?

-Release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian captives:

Hamas said it would release Israeli hostages in Gaza both living and dead "according to the exchange formula contained in President Trump's proposal, with the necessary field conditions for implementing the exchange."

The militant group said it was ready to immediately have talks through mediators to discuss further details.

The Trump plan says all hostages will be returned by Hamas

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