Photo: Members of the 30th Italian Regiment, Bersaglieri (Special Forces) are shown one of several defensive barriers used by the Ukrainian Army. Hands on demonstrations of U.S. made mines and equipment is part of the training given to military personnel from NATO and allied nations. This training is part of Peace Shield 2000, created to help encourage the international community to work together with NATO forces and foster stability and spirit of cooperation. In all 22 nations and 1,000troops are gathered at the Yavoriv Training Center in the Ukraine. July 2000.