Merkel reflects on her initial meeting with Trump, realizing she had misread his intentions, as he tried to humiliate her while seeking attention.
In her memoir, Merkel critiques Trump's emotional nature and fascination with authoritarian leaders, contrasting it with her factual and diplomatic approach.
Merkel's early interactions with Trump made her realize that he thrived on creating discomfort and guilt in conversations instead of fostering diplomatic relations.
Despite her long-standing leadership role, Merkel highlights that Trump’s preference for authoritarian leaders marked a significant departure from traditional diplomacy.
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