So what’s the problem? Attempting crimes is a crime too.

Edit:

You initially wrote:

> no victim means no crime. victimless "crimes" are just 'arbitrary rule' violations (like going 56mph in a 55mph zone) or infractions. the twisting and distortion of language by the state is counterproductive to society.

So you think not being allowed to bomb someone while being unsuccessful is ab arbitrary rule and should not be called a crime?