How optimistic can one be about a resolution?
Putin being a very stubborn character, I doubt he will give in that easily unless he has achieved what he wanted, which I think is very unlikely in the long run. Something tells me he will even resort to a nuclear war just to nurse his bruised ego.
You simply can't invade and control a country where it's citizens don't like you. In the long run, it will be a failed war for him.