A high-level security review in Peshawar on Thursday brought a firm pledge from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi: the provincial government will deploy every available resource to root out terrorism and cement lasting peace. The assurance came during a meeting focused on the region's overall law and order situation, with senior officials mapping out next steps. Main Developments Afridi chaired the session, which drew the provincial information minister, the special assistant to the chief minister on home affairs, the chief secretary, the additional chief secretary, the police chief, and other senior officials, according to an official statement. Briefings covered recent developments, operational measures, and the broader security landscape, with the chief minister stressing a coordinated, intelligence-led approach to safeguard the public. One participant highlighted a critical gap: the police force is battling an unseen adversary without adequate tools. "Police are incapable and lack the capacity to fight the enemy which we don’t see. The enemy is invisible," the official said, underscoring resource shortages that hamper frontline efforts. Read also: 4 Key Demands in HMC Board's 10-Day Response Bid In response, Afridi reaffirmed the government's resolve to supply all necessary resources, while commending the professionalism and sacrifice of KP police and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD). He insisted that cowardly terrorist acts would not dent the morale of the province’s security forces, whose contributions he called invaluable and never to be forgotten. Background The review follows a recent terrorist attack in Hangu district, where police personnel lost their lives. Earlier on Thursday, Afridi visited the area to meet the families of the martyred officers, offering prayers for the departed souls and for strength and patience for the bereaved. He described the fallen personnel as true national heroes, emphasizing that their sacrifices in defense of the nation would be honored with lasting gratitude. Why It Matters Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has long been a frontline in Pakistan's fight against militancy, with police and CTD bearing the brunt of attacks. The chief minister's explicit acknowledgment of resource gaps, paired with a pledge to fill them, signals a potential shift in how the province equips its forces. For residents, the stakes are personal: a secure environment underpins daily life, governance, and public services, all of which Afridi vowed to improve. What's Next Officials are expected to translate the meeting's commitments into concrete allocations, though no specific timeline or budget figures were disclosed. The government's stated strategy—comprehensive, coordinated, and intelligence-led—points to continued counter-terror operations and support for affected families. Whether the promised resources materialize on the ground remains an open question, as does the next phase of the province's security campaign.