Similar sorts of events are occuring within the Palestinian Authority too. Gay teens have been thrown into sunken pits, buried up to their neck and then had their faces kicked in. Gay Palestinians are doing their very best to get across into Israel (usually to Tel Aviv) before the border shuts.
I'm not suprised. I'm willing to bet Israel's the only gay-friendly (relatively speaking) place between Morocco and Kashmir inclusive.
Another thing: in some countries, people look the other way if an adult man (especially if he's wealthy or a royal) decides to have his way with young boys. But if two adult men or two women get involved, it's time to fetch the stones. (talk about misplaced priorities...
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