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- The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) issued a solicitation for long-range strike drones to enable launches from smaller U.S. Navy warships under the Runway Independent Maritime and Expeditionary Strike program.
- The drones must operate with minimal infrastructure, carry 1,000-pound munitions, and reach 1,400 nautical miles.
- Proposals are due by February 27 and will be evaluated for cost-effectiveness and ability to operate in contested environments, reflecting efforts to advance unmanned naval systems.
