CAIRO (AP) — Both Israel and now Hamas have signaled support for the new U.S. plan to end the war in Gaza and release all remaining hostages there. President Donald Trump says he thinks Hamas is ready for a “lasting peace” and has told Israel to stop bombing the territory, but he warns that “all bets will be off” if Hamas doesn't move quickly. Bombing has slowed in Gaza City as Israel's military prepares for the plan's first phase, but Palestinians are still being killed.

Many uncertainties remain around the plan as negotiating teams are expected to return to Egypt for talks. Tuesday marks two years since the war began.

Here’s what we know.

The plan’s essentials

All hostilities would immediately end. Within 72 hours, Hamas would release all hostages it holds, living or dead.

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