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The program concludes with a look at the massive expansion of the US military base in Djibouti. The hosts suggest that as the US leaves Afghanistan, the "poppy" (opium) production may be relocated to the Horn of Africa. They describe the base as a permanent hub for US operations across the continent, complete with American fast-food chains.
Private Contractors and Fast Food Franchises in War Zones
The privatization of military logistics is criticized, with the hosts noting that traditional military "KP duty" has been replaced by expensive private catering contracts. Observations from Iraq include the presence of fully branded Burger King and Pizza Hut franchises in the Green Zone and at Basra airport, contributing to the high cost of the war.
