Why might allied leaders in north africa have kept the paths of their offenses close to the northern tip of africa?

It could be because the area was of water that both sides needed to supply their troops.  Another reason was when the Allies launched Operation Torch, it would enable them to get hold of the Mediterranean so their ships could have a place to dock.  It also would persuade the French to help the Allies.

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