Is toilet paper used in the middle east ? Many people in the Middle East primarily use water, rather than toilet paper, for cleaning after using the toilet, often employing a handheld bidet sprayer (shattaf) or a water pot (lota) and a dominant hand . Toilet paper may still be used, but it is often combined with water or used solely for drying. But don't DARE make a comment here mentioning that to some of our esteemed members of congress, that is their culture. You WILL get 48 hours Detention