The people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have issued a powerful and urgent call to the state, demanding decisive action not only against terrorists but also against the hidden facilitators, financiers, and local enablers who provide them shelter and support warning that true peace will remain a distant dream unless this nexus is dismantled. In a rare and growing public outcry, citizens have openly expressed frustration over the persistent threat of terrorism, insisting that operations targeting militants alone are insufficient. They said the root of the problem lies with those who, from within the community, provide logistical backing, safe houses, and financial assistance to extremist groups.
“Until these shadow facilitators are unmasked and brought to justice, durable peace in our province is impossible,” a citizen said in one of several video statements circulating widely on social media.
The public particularly criticized local elements who, whether out of fear, greed, or ideological sympathy, offer sanctuary to terrorists. “These individuals have become the silent pillars of violence,” another resident said. “Terrorists cannot thrive without the shelter, food, and resources given to them by people among us.”
Speakers warned that the ongoing fight against Khawarij the extremist insurgents demands a holistic approach that targets both the attackers and those who sustain their presence through covert means.
The collective message was clear: mere military strikes or arrests are not enough. “There must be a relentless and visible campaign against the entire ecosystem of terror including handlers, financiers, and informants—if the bloodshed is to stop.”
Citizens urged state institutions to act with resolve and urgency. “It is time the state demonstrates that no one who threatens public safety—whether with a weapon or with a roof—is above the law.”
The mounting public pressure signals a shifting tide in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where people are no longer willing to remain silent. They are demanding that the state act not just against the visible enemy, but also against the silent collaborators who allow terrorism to fester from within.
