'This really hits home, it's like a kick in the guts' - hundreds march in solidarity with 'incredibly brave' Nikita Hand

"The overwhelming support of the Irish public is definitely with Nikita," said Ruth Coppinger, highlighting the community's solidarity following Ms Hand's victory in her civil case.

Natasha O'Brien expressed her admiration for Ms Hand's bravery, stating that the collective sigh of relief from Ireland came with a troubling realization: "Why did Nikita have to fight alone?"

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