Anchorage- The Alaska summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin ended earlier than expected on Friday. The meeting, initially planned for about seven hours, wrapped up in less than three.

Afterward, both leaders delivered short prepared statements to journalists but took no questions. Putin repeated that Russia is committed to ending the war, though he insisted that the conflict’s “primary causes” must be resolved for any peace to last. He also warned Ukraine and the European Union not to obstruct the fragile progress, cautioning against “backroom dealings” and provocations that could derail talks.

Trump, in a calmer tone than usual, praised what he called an “extremely productive meeting,” saying that “many points were agreed to.” He added that there is a “very good chance” of moving toward a ceasefire, but admitted that “significant” differences with Moscow remain.

The U.S. president stressed that responsibility ultimately lies with Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. “There’s no deal until there’s a deal,” Trump said.