An ethnic nationalist is someone who believes that a specific ethnic group should have its own nation or state. This ideology emphasizes the importance of shared cultural, linguistic, and historical traits among members of the ethnic group. Ethnic nationalists often advocate for the rights and interests of their group, seeking political autonomy or independence. Ethnic nationalism can lead to the formation of movements aimed at achieving self-determination for a particular group. Examples include the Kurdish movement in Turkey and Iraq or the Basque nationalist movement in Spain. These movements often arise in response to perceived marginalization or oppression by dominant national groups.