Angela Merkel Discusses Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump’s Complex Relationships in New Memoirs
Angela Merkel’s upcoming memoirs, set to release on Tuesday, provide insights into her 16 years as Chancellor, including her perspectives on global leaders like Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump. In interviews, she discusses her cautious approach to Putin and reveals the contentious nature of her interactions with Trump, especially during their first White House meeting in 2017. Merkel reflects on Trump’s fascination with authoritarian leaders and highlights a fundamental lack of common ground between them.