At least three people, including 2 Iranian border guards and a Pakistani paramilitary troop were killed following a shooting incident along the Pak-Iran border.

The incident took place on Thursday night in south-western province of Balochistan, according to the Pakistani officials.

The officials further added that the Pakistani paramilitary forces were chasing miscreants when they came under attack from Iranian forces.

In the meantime, the Iranian military officials have said that the militants were looking to infiltrate the Iranian soil.

The officials quoted by Isna news agency said the Iranian forces confiscated a vehicle along with some weapons belonging to the militants.

The officials also added that several rebels were also killed following the clashes.