[1][2] During the Four-Day War, Urafanyan realized that it was impossible to resist the Azerbaijani forces, exceeding in number and military equipment, he decided to fight by himself, commanding the soldiers to retreat.

Urfanyan's fellow soldiers stated that he completely devoted himself to the military service, servicemen and his fatherland.

At the age of 26 he received the military rank of captain and was appointed platoon commander on the front line.

Overnight 1-2 April 2016, Urfanyan and his troops came under enemy fire in the area of a military post located near Martakert.

[4] During the battle, Urfanyan destroyed multiple attacking enemy fighters and one engineering-reconnaissance armored vehicle.