Israel has asked the United States for $4 billion in aid and an additional $6 billion in loan guarantees, Israel Radio reported Wednesday. The request was made by Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz who is on a visit to the US. According to the radio Israel was initially contemplating a request of only $2 Billion in aid and the rest in guarantees. However, when the US gave Israel favorable signs regarding the request it was decided to ask for the full $4 billion in aid.