On the Eastern Front... Red Army forces continue to advance beyond Kharkov. They capture Pavlograd during the day and are engaged in heavy fighting at Krasnograd. The salient being created by the Soviet offensive is held by strong German forces on both flanks.

In Tunisia... British and American units hold the German attack on Sbiba. Among the defending units is the British Guards Brigade. The attack through the Kasserine Pass, is initially held as well. However, the elements of the German 15th Panzer Division attacking here are reinforced with elements of the 10th Panzer Division and break through the Allied defenses. The British 26th Armored Brigade is moved up to resist the German breakthrough; nonetheless, the German forces advance to within 10 miles of Thala.

From London... Allied command in Tunisia is reorganized. British General Alexander is appointed to lead the new 18th Army Group.