Event Brief
Pentagon awards contract for cheaper interceptor missiles
By The BriefBrief · Sources (6)
Filed: Aug 27, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
Summary: The Pentagon awarded a contract to X-Bow Systems to develop a new anti-ballistic weapon with a target cost of less than $750,000 per shot. The award is part of a race to field cheaper interceptors and missiles.
WHO: Pentagon; X-Bow Systems
WHAT: The Pentagon awarded X-Bow Systems a contract to develop an anti-ballistic weapon targeting costs under $750,000 per shot.
WHEN: Aug 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The contract award is intended to advance development of cheaper anti-ballistic interceptors and missiles.
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