In North Africa… The British 4th Armoured Brigade engages with German 15th Panzer Division and sustains heavy losses. The British 7th Armoured Brigade is still advancing around Sidi Rezegh and the 22nd Armoured Brigade is moving to join up with the 4th Armoured Brigade. British General Cunningham orders the Tobruk garrison to begin breakout attacks. Rommel orders his panzer divisions toward Sidi Rezegh.

In Vichy France… The Vichy Government announces the retirement of General Weygand from his responsibilities in North Africa in response to pressures by German authorities.

From Japan… The Japanese government offer proposals for a interim settlement with the United States. American Secretary Hull rejects the proposals, but prepares a reply which will enable negotiations to continue. This response is not sent after Dutch and British authorities express concerns over the concessions offered to the Japanese in China. The British and Dutch are seen to be acting on concerns expressed by Chiang Kai-shek's government in China.