Why is creon the antagonist in the play antagone

Creon is Antigone's uncle in the play Antigone and is ultimately responsible for her death ... Creon is Oedipus's brother, and is currently the king of Thebes; he is committed to maintaining the peace in his kingdom.

Uncle of Antigone and Ismene and father of Haemon. He believes in the rule of law and the authority of the state above all. He rules in tyranny which leads to anarchy. His ignorance toward Haemon, Antigone and Tiresias leads to the death of his son and wife.