Iran is described as a destabilizing factor in the region.
Michael Corrila, the commander of the US Central Command, accused Iran of being a source of instability in the region, alleging that Iran is involved in financing and supporting terrorism, violating and challenging international laws. This American official claimed that Iran continues to send and deploy weapons for its proxy militias in the region, and its drones pose a threat to regional security. Furthermore, Iran persists in destabilizing actions aimed at weakening regional security. It has previously stated that the US will not allow Iran to become a nuclear power, expressing concerns about Iran beyond its nuclear capabilities.