Israeli planes and tanks have been pounding areas across the Gaza Strip, destroying several residential buildings.

US President Donald Trump stated that Israel had agreed to an 'initial withdrawal line' within Gaza, following Hamas' positive response to his 20-point peace proposal.

Egypt is set to host delegates from Hamas, Israel, and other countries for talks on implementing this plan.

Hamas has expressed acceptance of certain key parts of the Trump peace proposal, including ending the war, Israel's withdrawal, and the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian captives.

However, some issues remain open for negotiation.

The first phase of talks will determine how things proceed, according to a Palestinian official close to the talks.

The Israeli government is facing pressure both to end the war and demands from hard-line members who insist there must be no let-up in Israel's campaign in Gaza.

Arab states have welcomed Hamas' response to Trump's plan and pledged their support for efforts to implement it and bring an end to the conflict.