Parents of soldiers who went missing during the recent war in Artsakh on Wednesday staged a protest outside the Armenian government building, demanding that the authorities take urgent action to find their children.

One of the missing soldiers’ father recalled officials’ election promises to do everything for the sake of people.

"Where are they now? Why are they in office? Why do we have to gather here?” the angry father said.

Another protester said many commanders who “fled the battlefield” during the war are now honored as heroes and appointed to various posts. He said all responsible officials must be held to account.

Another protesting father presented the feats performed by his son during the war, adding that "there are officers who did not take part in the fight, but were awarded titles." He announced that if their soldier sons' feats are not properly appreciated, he will “turn everyone upside down.”

The parents said the Defense Ministry officials reach them for any news from their sons, whereas the ministry itself should have provided information to them.

“Those responsible must pay the price,” they said.