Why are NATO troops still being killed in Afghanistan/Iraq?

"What's the point?" asks Atrios.

Depends on who the audience is:

Corporate propaganda to the American People: Safe from terrorism - fight 'em over there

Corporate propaganda to Think-They're-Smart Americans: The Military Industrial Complex employs a LOT of Americans. No wars: no jobs.

Corporate propaganda to politicians: The Military Industrial Complex contributes a lot of $$ to your campaigns, and, with the MIL on your candidate's side, your candidate looks "tough".

Corporate propaganda to themselves: The Military Industrial Complex has the inherent right to make money, given that it is protecting America.