The Kremlin confirmed on Monday that Russia wants the war in Ukraine to end as soon as possible, but efforts to resolve the crisis have stalled.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov made the statement in response to comments by U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday, in which he said, “I believe we agree that the war will end in the not-too-distant future,” during a meeting with the Hungarian Prime Minister.

In a press briefing, Peskov reiterated the Kremlin’s position that the war could end once Russia achieves its objectives, preferably through political and diplomatic means.

He said, “But the matter is currently on hold, and the situation is at a stalemate. This is not because of us,” placing the blame on Ukraine.

Ukraine and its European allies reject Moscow’s accusations of obstructing peace efforts, and no direct talks between Russia and Ukraine have been held since July 23.