In a series of reports published on January 30, 2026, multiple news sources including Pakistan Today, Dawn, and Tribune Latest covered the government's categorical denial of an alleged 'firm and final' offer to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) regarding early elections and the reconstitution of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). Information Minister Attaullah Tarar was quoted by Pakistan Today as having 'categorically rejected' these claims, emphasizing that no such decision had been made by the government. The reports were initially brought to light by journalist Muhammad Malick on his ARY News program, 'Khabar Muhammad Malick Kay Saath,' where he alleged that 'one or two important meetings' had taken place, leading to a high-level decision to propose this offer to PTI.