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The U.S. was to give an estimated $26 billion in foreign aid in 2008 70% more than when President George W. Bush took office (the figure doesn't include funds related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan). More than 150 countries get financial assistance from the U.S. Here are the one that received the most in 2008. COUNTRY AID PURPOSE 1. Israel $2.4 billion Virtually all of this money is used to buy weapons (up to 75% made in the U.S.). Beginning in 2009, the U.S. plans to give $30 billion over 10 years. 2. Egypt $1.7 billion $1.3 billion to buy weapons; $103 million for education; $74 million for health care; $45 million to promote civic participation and human rights. 3. Pakistan $798 million $330 million for security efforts, including military-equipment upgrades and border security; $20 million for infrastructure. 4. Jordan $688 million $326 million to fight terrorism and promote regional stability through equ...