Amazon Linux 2 motd says EOL is 2025-06-30.

There appears to be a discrepancy between the information provided in the message of the day (motd) on Amazon Linux 2 instances and the official Amazon Linux 2 FAQ. This situation is indeed confusing and warrants clarification.

Based on the most up-to-date information, the end of life (EOL) date for Amazon Linux 2 has been extended to June 30, 2026. This is the correct and official end of support date.

The message in /etc/motd stating that the EOL is June 30, 2025, is outdated and incorrect. This information should be updated to reflect the new EOL date of June 30, 2026.

It's important to note that while the EOL date has been extended, AWS still recommends that users start planning their migration to newer versions of Amazon Linux (such as Amazon Linux 2023) or other supported operating systems well before the EOL date.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's always best to refer to the official AWS documentation and FAQs. The motd on individual instances may not always reflect the most current information, especially if the instance hasn't been recently updated or if AWS hasn't pushed an update to correct this specific message.

If you're managing Amazon Linux 2 instances, you should plan your migration strategy based on the June 30, 2026 EOL date. However, it would be beneficial to start the migration process earlier to ensure a smooth transition and to take advantage of the latest features and security updates provided by newer operating system versions.
Sources
Amazon Linux 2 End of Life Migration | AWS re:Post