The contentious scene involves Jang Gyu Ri's character, Na Yu Ri, reports on airstrikes by the fictional nation of Paltima against Izmael, with Korean nationals taken hostage.

The scene from 'When The Phone Rings' that has caused a lot of controversy has ignited a huge outcry on social media. Many people are upset about the alleged similarities between the scene and the Israel-Palestine conflict.

One of the highest-rated K-dramas till date, When The Phone Rings, concluded on January 4, and while fans loved the happy ending, it also managed to stir a controversy. In the final episode, a scene indirectly mentioned the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine,

When the Phone Rings faced backlash for its portrayal of a fictional war-torn country. Critics demand accountability from creators for perceived insensitivity.