Word: sniffers
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Dates: during 1990-1990
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Isolated from much of the world, largely on its own volition, Iran initially sought to prove its self-sufficiency. Tehran sent signals that foreign rescue workers and sniffer dogs were not wanted and, at first, forbade direct rescue flights from abroad. Soon, however, the extent of the destruction forced Iran to relent. Though it barred all aid from Israel and South Africa and refused to accept blood donations from any outsiders, Tehran asked for food, water tanks, electric generators and medical supplies, including blood plasma. The world responded immediately. Japan pledged relief funds and goods worth more than $1.5 million...