The Pentagon will not predict the exact date for the war’s end.

US Deputy Defense Minister Colin Kahl states that it is difficult to determine the future course of Russia’s war against Ukraine. The hostilities may end in a few months or three years. He notes that President Joe Biden has promised to help Kyiv as much as necessary and hopes the US Congress will continue to support this effort as the war continues. According to Kahl, Ukrainian forces now depend on the help of their Western partners, although providing weapons to the Ukrainian Army is also crucial for the US’ national interests. At the same time, Kahl does not expect significant battlefield success from the Russian invaders anytime soon. According to Kahl, in the coming weeks or months, small portions of territory may pass from one side to the other, but the enemy’s forces will be unable to advance through Ukraine rapidly or make significant progress.