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Guinness Resumes Record Submissions for Israel Amid Stability

1/26/2026

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Guinness World Records has lifted its ban on submissions from Israel and the Palestinian territories.
The first Israeli record allowed is for the largest kidney donation.
The suspension began in November 2023 amid the conflict with Hamas, and several Israelis were awarded records during the pause.
The decision to resume submissions followed improved regional stability, and President Isaac Herzog praised the reversal.

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Story summary

Guinness World Records has lifted its ban on submissions from Israel and the Palestinian territories.
The first Israeli record allowed is for the largest kidney donation.
The suspension began in November 2023 amid the conflict with Hamas, and several Israelis were awarded records during the pause.
The decision to resume submissions followed improved regional stability, and President Isaac Herzog praised the reversal.