A 55-year-old man who lives in Birżebbuġa was grievously injured early on Tuesday when he was attacked in Ħamrun.

The police said the attack took place in Triq Nazzjonali at around 1am.

The man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital by ambulance. He was initially in a critical condition but his condition has improved.

The police is holding two people who were likely involved in the attack.

An inquiry is being held.

The police are investigating.

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