The security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), particularly in the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), has become a focal point of national concern, as highlighted by multiple sources. According to Business Recorder, Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry criticized the KP government for its 'complete failure' in managing law and order, suggesting that the federal government might consider taking back control of these areas if the situation does not improve. He emphasized that the seasonal migration in Tirah was a traditional practice and not due to any extraordinary military operations, countering claims of forced displacement (Business Recorder, February 10, 2026). Meanwhile, an editorial in the same publication noted the significance of a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, which, despite lacking dramatic announcements, marked a rare moment of 'cordial engagement' amidst a backdrop of political tension and security challenges (Business Recorder, February 10, 2026).