In her later years, Shams was known to have distanced herself from the world of public life and remained relatively private. However, her life, both within and in exile, left a lasting impression on those who were familiar with her story. In her final years, she rarely made public statements or participated in the political debates about future, but her life stood as a reminder of the profound effect that political upheaval has on individuals, even those far removed from the direct levers of power.
