On Thin Ice: Putin v Greenpeace Season 1 Episode 1 Airs June 9 2024 on BBC Two

Dive into the gripping world of environmental activism and political power plays with the premiere of “On Thin Ice: Putin v Greenpeace,” airing at 9:00 PM on Sunday, June 9, 2024, on BBC Two. This compelling documentary series begins with a detailed recount of the 2013 Greenpeace expedition to the Arctic. The environmental group set sail with the mission to peacefully protest against Russian offshore oil drilling, hoping to bring global attention to the ecological dangers posed by such activities.

However, the activists quickly find themselves up against a formidable opponent in Vladimir Putin’s Kremlin. The harsh and unexpected response from Russian security forces transforms their peaceful protest into a dramatic and tense confrontation. This episode captures the courage of the Greenpeace activists and the intense political and physical challenges they faced. “On Thin Ice: Putin v Greenpeace” promises to be a riveting and thought-provoking watch, shedding light on the high-stakes battle between environmental preservation and political power. Tune in for an eye-opening journey into one of the most dramatic environmental standoffs of recent times.

Release Date & Time: 9:00 PM Sunday 9 June 2024 on BBC Two

On Thin Ice: Putin v Greenpeace Cast – Season 1 Episode 1