It is easy for a westerner to make the wrong conclusions based on superficial observations. Arabs are emotional people and they express that readily. Kissing friends and holding hands is deep rooted in the culture of the Middle East. That doesn't mean that everybody is a lesbian and gay. It is totally the opposite. This is a conservative society. Religion dictates everything and a family is the cornerstone of society. There must be some lesbians and guys but am sure they keep their identity top secret till they die!For if they are discovered basically they finished socially and economically. They have to go. My view is that homosexuality has been condemned both in the Bible and Quraan so it must be wrong. Heterosexuality keeps the human race from extinction. In any case what people do in their private lives is a matter for them but don't forget Allah is watching everybody!