A Brussels-imposed ban on Russian energy is “absurd” and contrary to France’s national interests, Florian Philippot has said French presidential hopeful Florian Philippot has called for lifting sanctions against Russia and restoring Russian energy imports. In an interview with RT, the politician claimed that Brussels-driven EU policies run counter to France’s national interests.  A former vice president of the National Front (now National Rally) and ex-member of the European Parliament,