Part of the Federal Councils of Kresimiria.
The Council for Internal Affairs (Kresi: Consjul Internativnij Afera) is the federal executive department responsible for national security, law enforcement, intelligence gathering, and the maintenance of public order within the Divine Republic of Kresimiria.
Established by the 1921 Constitution, it is one of the most powerful institutions in the Republic. The Council is headed by the Chief State Councillor, who is appointed by the Divine Chancellor and confirmed by the Assembly. It has historically served as the primary instrument of the state in combating the Bosken separatist insurgency and enforcing the Republic’s strict laws regarding freedom of movement and assembly.
Mandate and Powers
The Council’s authority is derived from Article 17 of the Constitution, which grants it jurisdiction over “governing the internal affairs of the Republic,” “managing internal security,” and “keeping order amongst the populace.”
Its powers were significantly expanded by the 1937 National Security Act, which amended Article 35. This gave the Council the legal authority to restrict the movement of citizens deemed a threat to “national security or religious unity,” leading to the creation of the Internal Passport system.
Key Responsibilities
- State Security: Monitoring and neutralizing threats to the state, including separatist groups like BRC-21 and AFIM.
- Policing: Overseeing the Federal Civil Order Force and coordinating with local district police.
- Permits and Licensing: Issuing permits for public gatherings (Article 42) and managing travel restrictions between districts.
- Intelligence: Domestic surveillance and counter-espionage.
History
Foundation and Early Crisis (1921–1930)
The Council was formed immediately following the Unification War to replace the martial law administration of the Centralist Faction. Its first decade was defined by the struggle to impose Kresimirian authority on the hostile district of Moraviskameja.
The Council faced intense scrutiny following the 1924 Constitutional Crisis. Its agents failed to locate the RPP successor for the assassinated Senator Ivana Simuna, and the subsequent inability to protect candidates during the special election led to a militarization of the department.
The “Iron Era” (1930–1961)
Following the security failures of the 1931 Vijrje Anniversary Attack, the Council underwent a massive restructuring. Under the mandate of the 1933 National Security Act, the Council implemented a rigid system of checkpoints and surveillance.
This era saw the Council’s most significant intelligence victory: the Assassination of Lev Ruka. In 1942, a special operations unit of the Council successfully located and killed BRC-21 founder Lev Ruka in a raid near Pulma.
However, the Council also struggled to contain the escalation of violence in the 1950s. Despite the 1942 success, BRC-21 regrouped under Neda Orlak. The Council failed to prevent the 1953 Ravna Skrad bombing, the attempted assassination of Chancellor Kresimir Kresimirovic II, and the assassination of Kresimir Basic in 1954. These failures led to the “Great Purge” of 1955, where Chancellor Kresimirovic II dismissed the entire upper echelon of the Council for “incompetence.”
The Post-Treaty Reformation (1961–Present)
The signing of the Treaty of Brod Moravice in 1961 fundamentally changed the Council’s mission. With BRC-21 disarmed and the BLF legalized, the Council shifted its focus to:
- Combating the hardline splinter group AFIM, which continued to carry out terrorist attacks.
- Monitoring the political activities of the BLF to ensure compliance with the treaty.
In the 21st century, under the administration of Blue Dawn leader Ari Stov, the Council has heavily invested in digital surveillance and cybersecurity.
The CIA also manages the Republic’s cyber-surveillance capabilities. Through the “Guardian Daemon” embedded within the mandatory KresiX operating system, the Directorate monitors digital communications for “anti-Republican sentiment.” This digital dragnet has become a primary tool for identifying seditious activity in the modern era, replacing the physical informant networks of the 20th century.
Structure
The Council is divided into three primary directorates:
- The State Security Directorate (SSD): The intelligence branch. Responsible for counter-terrorism, infiltrating AFIM cells, and monitoring political extremism. Operatives of the SSD are often referred to colloquially as “Greycoats” due to their dress uniform.
- The Civil Order Force: The uniformed federal police force responsible for riot control, protecting federal buildings (including the Assembly), and supporting local law enforcement in high-risk situations.
- The Bureau of Transit and Registration: The administrative arm that manages the “Divinity Certificate” database (in conjunction with the Council for Divinity) and issues internal travel permits.
Controversies
The Council for Internal Affairs is frequently the subject of controversy regarding civil liberties.
- Political Surveillance: The opposition Civic Renewal Front has frequently accused the Council of disproportionately targeting liberal activists and journalists with surveillance, using the broad definition of “anti-Republican sentiment” in the constitution.
- Treatment of Minorities: Human rights groups allege that the Council engages in racial profiling against ethnic Boskens, particularly at checkpoints surrounding District X.
- The “Secret Archives”: It is widely believed that the Council maintains secret files on every serving Senator, a rumor that gives the Chief State Councillor immense leverage in Sinj politics.
List of Chief State Councillors
| Name | Term | Appointed By | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Vovk | 1921–1932 | Kresimirovic I | First Chief Councillor; oversaw the 1924 crisis. |
| Petar Zima | 1932–1955 | Kresimirovic I | Longest-serving; implemented the 1937 National Security Act; oversaw the killing of Lev Ruka. Dismissed after Basic’s assassination. |
| General Borna Kulas | 1955–1962 | Kresimirovic II | Military hardliner appointed to crush the insurgency; resigned after the Treaty of Brod Moravice. |
| Vlado Soric | 1962–1985 | Kresimirovic III | Oversaw the transition to peace and the fight against AFIM. |
| Marta Bilis | 1985–2010 | Kresimirovic III | First female Chief Councillor; modernized the force. |
| Jakov Brnobic | 2018–Present | Kresimirovic IV | Current Chief Councillor; focused on cyber-warfare and digital dissent. |