Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait, and quickly took control of the country. The UN immediately condemned the act, and imposed sanctions on Iraq, and called for her to remove her troops from Kuwait. The United States rushed forces to Saudi Arabia as there was concern that Iraqi forces might continue to push south, into Saudi Arabia. In support of the UN sanctions, Australia decided to deploy HMA Ships ADELAIDE and DARWIN, (guided missile frigates), as well as HMAS SUCCESS, (underway replenishment ship).