Possibly.
Considering the cognitive dissonance inherent in these relationships, it could be that Putin is counting on a backlash against the move to increase nationalist support for Le Pen.
Like the GOP with their new-found admiration for Assange, Le Pen (and Trump, etc.) might be missing the long-term goal of their “friend” to destabilize existing power structure. Not in a clear-cut “burn it all down” black-flag operation, but a careful series of events meant to undermine public trust in various parts of government.
