In response to Russia's claim of peacekeeping, Australia replied "They’re not peacekeepers. They’re invaders".[169] On 25 February, Morrison condemned the easing of import restrictions on Russian wheat by China while other countries ratcheted up sanctions as "inexplicable" and "completely unacceptable", and that the measure provided a "lifeline to Russia [...] while they're invading another country".[170] Federated States of Micronesia – The Federated States of Micronesia severed diplomatic relations with Russia on 25 February 2022.[171] Fiji – Acting Prime Minister Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine calling for an end to all hostilities and violation of international law and urges Russia to "return to the diplomatic table."[172] New Zealand – Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine and called for Russia to immediately withdraw from Ukraine in a bid to avoid a "catastrophic and pointless" loss of life. New Zealand has suspended high-level diplomatic engagements with Russia and introduced travel bans and export controls.[173][174] Palau – Palau participated in the United States led Joint Statement following a vote on a UN Security Council resolution on Russia’s aggression toward Ukraine.