The Awad family - who are based in the West Bank - couldn't believe their luck when they discovered that two relatives were to be released from prison as part of an exchange between Israel and Hamas.
The deal, which was announced Wednesday, is part of a four-day ceasefire in the war in Gaza.
The deal, which was announced Wednesday, is part of a four-day ceasefire in the war in Gaza.
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00:00 I've been told that there's a deal, but I'm a bit confused.
00:04 I've been told that I'm being accused of being a traitor.
00:07 I've been told that I'm being accused of being a traitor.
00:12 But today, at 5am, I received a lot of calls.
00:20 I've been told a lot of names, but I'm still very optimistic.
00:24 I don't know, I feel like I'm not being described.
00:26 I was surprised that the deal was a trade.
00:33 I received the news today at 8.30am that Ahmad was on the trade list.
00:42 I was very happy, and I hope that all the women in the prison are happy.
00:46 it off.