Ukraine's Drone Strike on Russia: Billions in Damage, and a Shadow Over Peace Talks

Ukraine's large-scale drone attack on Russian air bases has sent shockwaves through the international community. The attack, which Ukraine claims caused billions of dollars in damage to Russian military assets, occurred just days before scheduled peace talks in Istanbul. Footage released by AFP, and shown in a recent Unitel Bolivia video, depicts burning aircraft and extensive damage to airfields. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the attack, stating, "These attacks were the longest-range operation launched by our country into Russian territory." In response, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov engaged in telephone conversations with his US counterpart, Marco Rubio, to discuss the situation and the upcoming negotiations. The attack has raised tensions further and cast a shadow over the prospects for peace talks. The destruction of Russian military assets, coupled with the collapse of two bridges in border regions, highlights the escalating conflict. The events underscore the urgency for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing war and the need for de-escalation to prevent further loss of life and damage.