Ukraine counteroffensive is moving, US says while pledging support

The American and Ukrainian flags wave next to each during an Independence Day parade in Washington D.C., U.S., July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Kevin Wurm/File Photo

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Ukraine's counteroffensive is "not a stalemate" even if it is not progressing fast enough, White House national security spokesman John Kirby told reporters on Wednesday.

Kirby made the remarks when asked about the pace of Ukraine's counteroffensive in a press briefing.