The Germans did not have to take Malta by storm, just subdue it which they were in the process of doing so. You yourself have said it. Ammunition and food stocks were low. Supplies to the island were not getting through in sufficient numbers. Most importantly, Convoys destined for the Afika Korps were getting through. Had the Germans kept the pressure on Malta, the situation would have been different. I still believe the Germans could have taken Malta. You can't defend if there is no ammunition.

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