Two men, aged 24 and 21, were remanded for eight days by Nicosia district court on Tuesday after the attempted murder of a 21-year-old man early in the morning.

The victim was stabbed around 1.15am and is in critical condition at Nicosia General Hospital.

The incident occurred in Aglandjia and involves Indian nationals, reportedly connected to a rivalry over an Iraqi woman.

Investigators are probing whether the older suspect had a prior relationship with her before the victim began pursuing her.

There are suggestions that the 24-year-old may have tried to win her back, potentially sparking the violence.

The younger suspect is believed to have assisted the attacker, possibly supplying the weapon used.

Authorities are also expected to interview the Iraqi woman to clarify motives.

Investigations are ongoing.