In her memoir “Freedom,” former German Chancellor Angela Merkel reflects on her interactions with global leaders, notably Vladimir Putin’s “power games,” including being kept waiting and his use of a dog despite her fear. Merkel discusses her tenure’s major challenges, such as the financial crisis and refugee influx, and questions if she could have prevented Brexit. She describes her political career with dry wit, maintaining her “never explain, never complain” approach. Merkel also recalls Putin’s self-righteousness and his stance against foreign influence in Russia.