<h1>Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister urges Taliban negotiations for peace, links political stability to leader's release.</h1> The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa emphasized the necessity of negotiating with the Taliban to secure lasting peace in the region. He stated that he could facilitate talks if authorized, having already prepared a negotiation plan involving tribal elders. Despite sending this plan to relevant ministries, he has not received a response. He also linked political stability to the release of a prominent political leader, arguing that instability and terrorism have increased since his government was ousted. The Chief Minister dismissed corruption allegations, highlighting the province's budget surplus compared to a deficit in Punjab.