Pic: Mohammad Issa Omari
By Kauser News Agency USA
Helmand, Afghanistan – In a troubling example of abuse of power and tribal favoritism, Mohammad Issa Omari—an influential figure in Helmand province—stands accused of gross misconduct, land seizure, and disregard for judicial authority.
Omari, a known associate of senior Taliban leadership, has allegedly claimed land belonging to Haji Toryalai Helmand, a respected tribal elder and U.S. citizen whose family has deep historical roots in the region. Haji Toryalai is the son of the late Haji Mohammad Hashim Khan and grandson of Sardar Gul Mohammad Khan. His family, originally from Dahmzang village in Garmsir district, relocated to the United States after the 1978 military coup that ousted President Daoud Khan.
Pic: Haji Toryalai Helmand/Tribe Elder
According to reports received by Kauser News, Omari unlawfully destroyed Haji Toryalai’s private garden using heavy machinery, claiming ownership of the land. Despite the matter being taken to a local court, Omari has refused to appear. Locals say it’s because he effectively acts as his own judge, governor, and military commander, a position from which he is seemingly immune to legal accountability.
“Why would he go to court?” a local elder commented. “He is the court.”
The deeper issue lies in Omari’s connections. He has long exploited tribal ties with a high-ranking Taliban Sheikh, using this influence to suppress any legal opposition. Kauser News has also obtained credible evidence suggesting that Omari holds a Pakistani passport and national ID, raising serious concerns about his allegiances and the legality of his activities inside Afghanistan.
Omari returned from Pakistan to Kabul in 2012 and has since been implicated in various corruption and criminal cases. Yet he remains untouched, thanks to his connections to senior figures in the Taliban administration.
A Threat to Tribal Balance and Regional Stability
This incident is more than a property dispute; it symbolizes the growing frustration among southern Afghan tribes, many of whom have historically resisted centralized authoritarianism. The unchecked behavior of figures like Omari is fueling tensions between tribal communities and Taliban leadership, with sources warning of potential fragmentation or even rebellion.
“The Taliban’s failure to rein in individuals like Mohammad Issa Omari will ultimately destabilize their rule in the south,” said one tribal analyst. “This is how regimes collapse—from within.”
The international community and human rights organizations are urged to take notice of these developments. If unaddressed, they may escalate into a regional crisis with lasting consequences for Afghanistan’s fragile political balance.
This report was prepared by Military
Journalist Code 1277 for Kauser News Agency USA
