The UN Security Council is set to vote on various proposals regarding the future of Gaza, including a controversial peace plan put forth by the United States, influenced by former President Trump. As the vote approaches, Hamas has publicly rejected the idea of ‘foreign guardianship’ of Gaza, labeling the US plan ‘dangerous’ and a blueprint for colonial re-occupation. In response, Russia has submitted its own proposal, highlighting the ongoing competition between the US and Russia to influence the region. While some Arab states have backed the US plan for postwar management, there is significant pushback, with Palestinian factions and some international actors calling for increased self-determination for Gaza. The outcome of this vote could determine the trajectory of peace efforts in the region and the potential pathway towards Palestinian statehood.