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By the morning of November 25, Rommel’s forces had reached within 28 miles of Eighth Army’s headquarters at El Adem—a proximity that heightened tension. Despite Rommel’s apparent advantage, his forces were in disarray, suffering from supply shortages, exhaustion, and logistical failures. His reckless dash, intended to cut off British retreat and seize the supply bases, had instead fragmented his own forces, severely reducing their combat effectiveness.