Tanzania, July 17 -- Washington. The United States military has confirmed it carried out another wave of strikes on Iran, marking the sixth consecutive night of attacks as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate.

In a statement released late on Thursday, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said American forces, acting on the orders of President Donald Trump, struck dozens of Iranian military targets using fighter aircraft, drones and naval assets.

According to CENTCOM, the operation targeted coastal surveillance and air defence systems, military logistics infrastructure and maritime capabilities.

The latest strikes reportedly hit Qeshm Island and areas near Bandar Abbas, home to Iran's largest commercial port as well as key Irani...