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As the soldier rotated through Iraq, he began to assimilate into the local culture, gaining a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding relationships and societal norms in the region. He noted that while not every Iraqi engaged in such behavior, there was a notable acceptance of relationships between adult males. The soldier reflected that this phenomenon appeared to be culturally normalized and largely unspoken.

### Comparing Regions: Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan