Omar Khalid

Abdul Wali Mohmand; known as Omar Khalid Khorasani was a Pakistani militant and one of the founding members of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). In 2014, he formed his own splinter militant group called Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA) and was ousted by the Mullah Fazlullah-led Taliban. His name is also featured in the 'Red Book of Most Wanted High Profile Terrorists' published by Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency. He was killed in a blast caused by a roadside mine on 7 August 2022 in Barmal District, Paktika province, Afghanistan.

Personal life Omar Khalid Khorasani was born in Mohmand Agency, Pakistan. He was formerly a journalist and a poet. He studied at a number of religious schools in Karachi, Pakistan.

Militant activity Khorasani was one of the founding members of Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Within organisational circles he was known as a formidable military commander and waged a bloody campaign against the government forces in Khyber agency.

In 2014, Khorasani formed his own splinter militant group called Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA). The same year he was ousted by Mullah Fazlullah-led TTP for forming his own splinter group. Khorasani was a key player in break up of TTP, with one part of the outfit being led by Fazlullah, and the other being headed by himself.

According to Rewards for Justice Program (RFJ) website, Khorasani reportedly operated from Nangarhar and Kunar provinces of Afghanistan.

Death Khorasani along with two other senior TTP commanders and one personal driver were killed when their vehicle struck a roadside mine on 7 August 2022 in Barmal District, Paktika Province, Afghanistan. and his funeral was announced to be held in Shukari area of Sarkano district of Kunar province.

Previous reports of death In 2015, Khorasani was seriously injured in a NATO airstrike in eastern Afghanistan. However, Khorasani was able to recover from his injuries. Pajhwok Afghan News however stated that a source close to the group had denied his death. Long War Journal reported that a statement on Telegram issued under Khorasani's name denied his death, while confirming the death of Khalifa Umar Mansour. The outlet noted that the spokesman operating the group's Telegram account did not announce his death. His death also was not confirmed by the United States.