Ukraine's Drone Attack: A 'Pearl Harbor Moment' for Russia?

A surprise drone attack on Russian air bases has been described as a "Pearl Harbor moment" by some commentators. The attack, which destroyed 41 military aircraft, was reportedly planned for over a year and overseen by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A Ukrainian official, speaking on condition of anonymity to the Associated Press, confirmed the long-term planning and Zelensky's supervision. The official also revealed that drones were loaded into wooden sheds near the perimeter of the targeted air bases, with remote-controlled mechanisms to open the roofs for launch. The operation has destroyed 34% of Russia's fleet of air missile carriers, resulting in an estimated $7 billion in damages. In contrast, Trump administration sources told CBS News that the White House was unaware of the impending attack. This event occurred as Zelensky announced that Ukraine would send a delegation to Istanbul for peace talks with Russia on Monday. The contrasting actions and lack of awareness underscore the complex and evolving nature of the conflict.