The rise of globalism in the late 20th century led to a rise in nationalism and populism in Europe and North America . This trend was further fueled by increased terrorism in the West ( the September 11 attacks in the U.S. being a prime example ) , increasing unrest and civil wars in the Middle East , and waves of Muslim refugees flooding into Europe ( the refugee crisis appears to have peaked ) . Nationalist groups like Germany 's Pegida , France 's National Front , and the UK Independence Party gained prominence in their respective nations advocating restrictions on immigration to protect the local populations
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Nationalism