President Donald Trump touted the “success” of the United States bombing three Iranian nuclear sites late Saturday evening during his brief remarks to the nation. “Tonight I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success,

The move, the first time the U.S. has attacked Iran, is a major escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran. U.S. involvement has divided Republicans, including Trump's closest allies.

Trump called it a "historic moment," Netanyahu praised the show of strength, while U.N. chief Guterres warned of dangerous escalation and urged diplomacy. Trump hailed the attack as a turning point, saying Iran must now agree to end the conflict following a “very successful” strike on three nuclear sites.