Frenchies--I don't think anyone is saying her life was more or less important because of her nationality. It's mentioned as a matter of course. Almost all news in Qatar notes the person's nationality, especially news about crime. If the full story is ever known, the murderer's nationality will also be given.

I agree that many crimes are purposely mislabeled or swept under the rug. Criminal prosecutions here are rare and serious prison time even rarer. Most expats are simply deported.