Libyan frontier. Eighth Hussars withdrew August 5th from high ground 15 miles west of Sollum in the face of attack by enemy tanks and infantry. Italian East Africa. The Italians are dispersing their fuel into small dumps. Shortage of H/T petrol reported at Dessie, which thought may soon immobilise mechanised forces. Somaliland. Italian attack in three columns has ground Oaweeila, Hargeisa and about 40 miles inside border towards Oeilah. Strength estimated at two brigade groups with tanks. |