Overview

• A new study by the German Center for Integration and Migration Research (DeZIM) finds that 64% of Muslims in Germany distrust politicians, up from 50% in 2022.
• Muslims born in Germany report even lower trust levels, suggesting deeper structural issues beyond migration-specific factors.
• Researchers cite discriminatory political rhetoric on migration and the Gaza conflict as contributing to the erosion of trust within the Muslim community.
• Economic challenges like inflation and disproportionate poverty among educated Muslims further exacerbate feelings of marginalization.
• The study urges political leaders to address systemic inequalities and actively involve Muslim communities in political processes to rebuild trust.