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Gaza Strip: The two-year-long Israel-Hamas war may now be over. Hamas has accepted US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, subject to certain conditions. Hamas has agreed to almost all of the major conditions. Trump's plan includes relinquishing power and releasing all remaining hostages. However, further discussions with the Palestinians are needed on other issues. Previously, Donald Trump issued an ultimatum that Hamas must agree to the deal by Sunday evening, or else severe action will be taken. What did Trump say about Hamas's decision? Following Hamas's announcement, Donald Trump has called on Israel to immediately cease attacks in Gaza. Trump wrote in a social media post, "Based on the statement just issued by Hamas, I believe they are ready for lasting peace. Israel must immediately stop bombing Gaza so we can safely and quickly evacuate the hostages! Right now, it is too dangerous to do so." We are already discussing the details that need to be worked out. This isn't just about Gaza; it's about a long-standing effort to achieve peace in the Middle East. Israel's Reaction to Hamas's Decision Regarding Hamas's decision and Trump's appeal to stop bombing Gaza, Israel says it is preparing to implement the "first phase" of Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza. A statement issued by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Saturday said that Israel will fully cooperate with Trump's plan to end the war. What ultimatum did Trump give Hamas? The US President had previously blamed Hamas for the delay in reaching an agreement and issued an ultimatum to Hamas. He stated that if this last chance for a deal fails, Hamas will face unprecedented consequences. He stated that peace will be achieved in West Asia, one way or another. Trump presented a plan to end the war in Gaza after talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier this week. What is Trump's plan? Under Trump's plan, Hamas will immediately release the remaining 48 hostages, of which approximately 20 are likely alive. Hamas will relinquish power in Gaza and disarm. In return, Israel will halt its attacks in Gaza and withdraw from most of Gaza, release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, and allow humanitarian aid and reconstruction. Plans to relocate most of Gaza's population to other countries will be canceled. The area, home to approximately 2 million Palestinians, will be placed under international rule, overseen by Trump and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.